Southeastern Islands, Indonesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Southeastern Islands, Indonesia? If you're planning to go to Southeastern Islands, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Southeastern Islands
- Important essentials for Southeastern Islands
- Activities for Southeastern Islands
- Southeastern Islands in January: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in February: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in March: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in April: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in May: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in June: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in July: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in August: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in September: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in October: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands in November: weather and what to pack
- Southeastern Islands 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 Southeastern Islands, Indonesia
Based on the climate and weather in Southeastern Islands, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Southeastern Islands, Indonesia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Southeastern Islands, 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 stop that.
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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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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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 areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Southeastern Islands. 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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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Southeastern Islands, Indonesia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Southeastern Islands in January, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
February
February in Southeastern Islands can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
If you're going to the beach
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
March
If you are traveling to Southeastern Islands in March, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
April
April in Southeastern Islands is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
May
May in this region is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are 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 suggest:
June
If you go to Southeastern Islands in June, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
July
July in Southeastern Islands is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
August
August here is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters harmful contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
September
If you go to Southeastern Islands in September, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
October
Traveling to Southeastern Islands in October, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
November
November in this region is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
December
December in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
Activities for Southeastern Islands, Indonesia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Southeastern Islands.
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