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