Takengon, Indonesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Takengon, Indonesia? If you're planning to go to Takengon, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Takengon, Indonesia

Based on the climate and weather in Takengon, the best time to go is February. See below for details.

Important essentials for Takengon, Indonesia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Takengon, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great kit.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Takengon, Indonesia by month

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January

January in Takengon is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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February

February can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.

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March

March in Takengon is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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April

If you vacation in Takengon during April, you might see that it is sweltering. 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.

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May

If you are traveling to Takengon in May, you will notice that it can be sizzling. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).

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June

In June, Takengon is constantly hot. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Takengon, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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July

July in Takengon can be sweltering. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s F (low 30s C).

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August

August in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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September

Traveling to Takengon in September, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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October

October is scorchingly hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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November

November in Takengon is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s F (low 30s C).

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December

December in Takengon is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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