Suriname, Suriname: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Suriname, Suriname? If you're planning to go to Suriname, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Suriname
- Important essentials for Suriname
- Activities for Suriname
- Suriname in January: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in February: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in March: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in April: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in May: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in June: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in July: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in August: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in September: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in October: weather and what to pack
- Suriname in November: weather and what to pack
- Suriname 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 Suriname, Suriname
Based on the climate and weather in Suriname, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Suriname, Suriname
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Suriname, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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).
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a great kit.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
For families with young children
Airplane or car necessities
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B, C and F. This one is sufficent for most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Suriname. 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 Suriname, Suriname by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Suriname in January, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
If you're going to the beach
February
If you go to Suriname in February, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
If you're going to the beach
March
March here is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
April
If you are traveling to Suriname in April, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
May
If you are traveling to Suriname in May, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
If you're going to the beach
June
June is extremely warm. 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 cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
July
If you go to Suriname in July, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
August
August for Suriname is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
September
Traveling to Suriname in September, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
If you're going to the beach
October
If you are traveling to Suriname in October, you will notice that it can be sweltering. 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 include UV protection and cool you.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
November
November 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:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
If you're going to the beach
December
December here is hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
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