Tigray, Ethiopia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Tigray, Ethiopia? If you're planning to go to Tigray, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tigray
- Important essentials for Tigray
- Activities for Tigray
- Tigray in January: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in February: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in March: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in April: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in May: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in June: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in July: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in August: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in September: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in October: weather and what to pack
- Tigray in November: weather and what to pack
- Tigray 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 Tigray, Ethiopia
Based on the climate and weather in Tigray, the best time to go is November. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tigray, Ethiopia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tigray, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly choice.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a great value.
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
Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Tigray may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Airplane or car necessities
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, F and G. This one should work in most locations, but you may want to check with your hotel.
For families with young children
Activities for Tigray, Ethiopia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Tigray.
What to wear/what to pack for Tigray, Ethiopia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you are traveling to Tigray in January, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Bug repellent
Light skirts
Extra socks
Short pants or heavy shorts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sandals
February
If you go to Tigray in February, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Bug repellent
Short pants or heavy shorts
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
Light skirts
Sandals
Breathable footwear or sandals
Extra socks
March
If you go to Tigray in March, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
Extra socks
Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
April
If you go to Tigray in April, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Light skirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Short pants or heavy shorts
Sunscreen lotion
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
May
Traveling to Tigray in May, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Light skirts
Bug repellent
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These are vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
June
June here is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
Light skirts
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sandals
Extra socks
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
July
If you go to Tigray in July, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light skirts
Bug repellent
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Extra socks
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
August
August in Tigray is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Extra socks
Sandals
Bug repellent
Short pants or heavy shorts
Sunscreen lotion
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
September
If you go to Tigray in September, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
Short pants or heavy shorts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Bug repellent
Extra socks
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Light skirts
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These are essential 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 recommend:
October
If you go to Tigray in October, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light skirts
Extra socks
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sandals
Breathable footwear or sandals
Bug repellent
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
November
Traveling to Tigray in November, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Extra socks
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Bug repellent
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
December
December in Tigray very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Bug repellent
Short pants or heavy shorts
Extra socks
Sunscreen lotion
Sandals
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light skirts
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