Ruoergai, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Ruoergai, China? If you're planning to go to Ruoergai, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Ruoergai
- Important essentials for Ruoergai
- Activities for Ruoergai
- Ruoergai in January: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in February: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in March: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in April: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in May: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in June: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in July: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in August: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in September: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in October: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in November: weather and what to pack
- Ruoergai in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
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 Ruoergai, China
Based on the climate and weather in Ruoergai, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Ruoergai, China
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Ruoergai, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
General health necessities
Ruoergai is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness. For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.
- Consider asking your doctor about Diamox
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Supplements
Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)
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Over-the-counter medicine
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Oximeter to check blood oxygen
Like this
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Ruoergai. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C and I. This one should work in most locations, but check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Ruoergai, China by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you are traveling to Ruoergai in January, you will notice that it is frosty. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Heated gloves
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Lip balm
Our pick: here
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Neck warmer/ski mask
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Night cap
It's vital to wear a head warmer at night in this weather like this
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Fleece for under jacket
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Insulated boots
The best value
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Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Goggles for eye protection
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Coveralls
We like:
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Thick pajamas
February
February in Ruoergai is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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Coveralls
We love:
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Insulated boots
The best value
-
Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Thick pajamas
-
Night cap
It's important to wear a cap at night in this weather like this
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Goggles for eye protection
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Neck gaiter/ski mask
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Lip balm
Our pick: this
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Fleece for under jacket
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Heated gloves
March
If you go to Ruoergai in March, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Thermal undergarments
We suggest:
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Fleece inner layer
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Pajamas
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Lip balm
The best is: here
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
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Heavy sweaters
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
April
April in Ruoergai is pretty cool. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
May
If you vacation in Ruoergai during May, you may see that it is cold. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June in Ruoergai is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July in Ruoergai is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
August
If you visit Ruoergai during August, you may notice that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
September
September can be brisk. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
October
Traveling to Ruoergai in October, you will notice that it can be brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
November
November in Ruoergai is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
-
Thermal undergarments
We love:
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Lip balm
The best is: this
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
-
Pajamas
December
December in Ruoergai is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Night cap
It's important to wear a cap at night here like this
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Heated gloves
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Neck warmer/cold weather face mask
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this
-
Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Thick pajamas
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Coveralls
We like:
-
Goggles for eye protection
Activities for Ruoergai, China
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Ruoergai.
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