Sirkazhi, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Sirkazhi, India? If you're planning to go to Sirkazhi, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Sirkazhi
- Important essentials for Sirkazhi
- Activities for Sirkazhi
- Sirkazhi in January: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in February: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in March: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in April: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in May: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in June: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in July: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in August: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in September: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in October: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi in November: weather and what to pack
- Sirkazhi 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 Sirkazhi, India
Based on the climate and weather in Sirkazhi, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Sirkazhi, India
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Sirkazhi, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have 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
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to take 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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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 Sirkazhi. 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 C, D and M. This one should be appropriate for most places, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Sirkazhi, India by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Sirkazhi during January, you may notice that it is pretty consistently hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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If you're going to the beach
February
If you visit Sirkazhi during February, you may notice that it is really hot and very dry with almost no rain. 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).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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If you're going to the beach
March
March is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters harmful contaminants:
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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If you're going to the beach
April
Traveling to Sirkazhi in April, you will notice that it can be excruciatingly hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to keep you cool and to provide UV protection.
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Skirts
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to help you stay cool:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
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Personal cooling fan
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UV protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Waterproof sandals
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Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important bring extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Light linen shorts
Bug bite relief
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Sunglasses
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
May
May here is sweltering. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug bite relief
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Skirts
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UV protecting pants
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Bug repellent
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Sunglasses
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to help you stay cool:
-
Light linen shorts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and offer UV protection.
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
June
If you vacation in Sirkazhi during June, you will probably notice that it is scorchingly hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light linen shorts
-
Skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and can provide UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to keep you cool:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Waterproof sandals
Bug bite relief
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure bring additional, since these easily get wet or dirty.
-
Bug repellent
-
Protecting legwear
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
If you visit Sirkazhi during July, you might find that it is sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light linen shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Sunglasses
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to help you stay cool:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Remember to bring extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Bug repellent
-
Protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to keep you cool and can provide UV protection.
Bug bite relief
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
August
August for Sirkazhi can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure bring extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and include UV protection.
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Sunglasses
Bug bite relief
-
Light linen shorts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
September
If you vacation in Sirkazhi during September, you will probably 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 high 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
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 are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
October
Traveling to Sirkazhi in October, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
November
If you vacation in Sirkazhi during November, you may see that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
December
If you are traveling to Sirkazhi in December, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a storm.
-
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 recommend:
Activities for Sirkazhi, India
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Sirkazhi.
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