Semporna, Malaysia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Semporna, Malaysia? If you're planning to go to Semporna, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Semporna
- Important essentials for Semporna
- Activities for Semporna
- Semporna in January: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in February: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in March: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in April: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in May: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in June: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in July: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in August: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in September: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in October: weather and what to pack
- Semporna in November: weather and what to pack
- Semporna 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 Semporna, Malaysia
Based on the climate and weather in Semporna, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Semporna, Malaysia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Semporna, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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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
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
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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).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one works in most countries, but check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Semporna. 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.
What to wear/what to pack for Semporna, Malaysia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Semporna during January, you are likely to notice that it is extremely hot. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
February
February is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
March
Traveling to Semporna in March, you will notice that it is really hot. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
April
If you visit Semporna during April, you are likely to find that it is really hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
May
Traveling to Semporna in May, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
June
If you visit Semporna during June, you are likely to find that it is really hot and somewhat rainy. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
July
If you visit Semporna during July, you might notice that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
August
If you visit Semporna during August, you may notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
September
September is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
October
If you visit Semporna during October, you will probably see that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
November
November in Semporna can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
December
If you vacation in Semporna during December, you may notice that it is extremely hot. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
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