Tidore, Indonesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Tidore, Indonesia? If you're planning to go to Tidore, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tidore
- Important essentials for Tidore
- Activities for Tidore
- Tidore in January: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in February: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in March: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in April: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in May: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in June: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in July: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in August: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in September: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in October: weather and what to pack
- Tidore in November: weather and what to pack
- Tidore 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 Tidore, Indonesia
Based on the climate and weather in Tidore, the best time to go is September. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tidore, Indonesia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tidore, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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).
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a good option.
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
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Airplane or car necessities
For families with young children
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one is sufficent for most locations, but you may want to check with your hotel.
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Tidore. 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.
Activities for Tidore, Indonesia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Tidore.
Mosques often require certain dress, so if you plan to see the beautiful Royal Mosque, take the following:
Note that there may be restrictions on who can enter this mosque; you should check with the Tidore tourism authority.
Socks
You will need to take your shoes off.
Dressy pants/trousers
Your pants should cover your knees:
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
Scarf for women
You may need to wear something to cover your head. This is a good option.
If you see Sultan's Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Comfy walking shoes
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
Castle hopping? For New Palace, take:
What to wear/what to pack for Tidore, Indonesia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Tidore is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer 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 use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
February
If you vacation in Tidore during February, you are likely to find that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 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:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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 one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
March
If you visit Tidore during March, you may see that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 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:
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
April
April here can be very hot and somewhat rainy. 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:
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
May
Traveling to Tidore in May, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Bug repellent
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
June
If you visit Tidore during June, you may notice that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 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:
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
July
Traveling to Tidore in July, you will notice that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
August
If you are traveling to Tidore in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
September
September in Tidore is pretty consistently hot and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
October
October is constantly hot and somewhat 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:
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
November
November in this region is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
December
December for Tidore is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
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