Tarapoto, Peru: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Tarapoto, Peru? If you're planning to go to Tarapoto, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tarapoto
- Important essentials for Tarapoto
- Activities for Tarapoto
- Tarapoto in January: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in February: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in March: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in April: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in May: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in June: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in July: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in August: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in September: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in October: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto in November: weather and what to pack
- Tarapoto 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 Tarapoto, Peru
Based on the climate and weather in Tarapoto, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tarapoto, Peru
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tarapoto, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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).
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring 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
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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 and C. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Tarapoto. 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.
Airplane or car necessities
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Tarapoto, Peru by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Tarapoto in January, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
February
Traveling to Tarapoto in February, you will notice that it can be very hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
March
If you visit Tarapoto during March, you are likely to see that it is extremely hot. 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 60 and 70% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Loose-fit shorts
April
Traveling to Tarapoto in April, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
May
May for Tarapoto is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
June
June in Tarapoto is constantly hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Skirts
July
July for Tarapoto can be very hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Bug repellent
August
If you vacation in Tarapoto during August, you will probably find that it is really hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
September
If you vacation in Tarapoto during September, you may see that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
October
If you vacation in Tarapoto during October, you might find that it is really hot. 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 60 and 70% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
November
November here is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
December
December here is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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