Pulau Ketam, Malaysia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Pulau Ketam, Malaysia? If you're planning to go to Pulau Ketam, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Pulau Ketam, Malaysia

Based on the climate and weather in Pulau Ketam, the best time to go is February. See below for details.

Important essentials for Pulau Ketam, Malaysia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Pulau Ketam, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Pulau Ketam, Malaysia by month

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January

If you visit Pulau Ketam during January, you may see that it can be sweltering and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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February

In February, Pulau Ketam can be very hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Pulau Ketam, with several of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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March

March in Pulau Ketam is consistently hot and very stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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April

In April, Pulau Ketam is extremely hot and extremely stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Pulau Ketam, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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May

May for Pulau Ketam is really hot and very stormy. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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June

In June, Pulau Ketam is consistently hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Pulau Ketam, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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July

July in Pulau Ketam is consistently hot and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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August

If you go to Pulau Ketam in August, you will notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat stormy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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September

If you vacation in Pulau Ketam during September, you may find that it can be sweltering and very stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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October

October in Pulau Ketam is consistently hot and very stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).

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November

November in Pulau Ketam is really hot and very stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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December

December in Pulau Ketam can be sweltering and very stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).

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