Wau, South Sudan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Wau, South Sudan? If you're planning to go to Wau, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Wau
- Important essentials for Wau
- Activities for Wau
- Wau in January: weather and what to pack
- Wau in February: weather and what to pack
- Wau in March: weather and what to pack
- Wau in April: weather and what to pack
- Wau in May: weather and what to pack
- Wau in June: weather and what to pack
- Wau in July: weather and what to pack
- Wau in August: weather and what to pack
- Wau in September: weather and what to pack
- Wau in October: weather and what to pack
- Wau in November: weather and what to pack
- Wau 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 Wau, South Sudan
Based on the climate and weather in Wau, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Wau, South Sudan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Wau, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
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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 don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and D. This one is sufficent for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Wau may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
What to wear/what to pack for Wau, South Sudan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Wau during January, you may find that it can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light linen shorts
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Personal cooling fan
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to keep you cool:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget bring additional, since these easily get wet or dirty.
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Insulated water bottle
Bug bite relief
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to cool you and to provide UV protection.
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
February
February here can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light linen shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sun protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Bug repellent
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to help you stay cool:
-
Skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure pack extra, as these easily get wet or dirty.
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to help you stay cool and include UV protection.
Bug bite relief
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Sunglasses
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
March
March for Wau is blindingly hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sun protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light linen shorts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to keep you cool and offer UV protection.
-
Bug repellent
Bug bite relief
-
Sunglasses
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important bring additional, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to help you stay cool:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
April
April in Wau is blindingly hot. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to help you stay cool and offer UV protection.
Bug bite relief
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
-
Skirts
-
Light linen shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important pack extra, as these get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
May
If you visit Wau during May, you might notice that it can be sizzling. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Skirts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important pack additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to help you stay cool:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to keep you cool and include UV protection.
-
Light linen shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Personal cooling fan
Bug bite relief
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
June
Traveling to Wau in June, you will notice that it can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
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Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
July
July in this region is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. 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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Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
August
In August, Wau can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 60s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Wau, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
September
If you vacation in Wau during September, you will probably find that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
October
If you vacation in Wau during October, you might find that it is constantly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
November
If you vacation in Wau during November, you are likely to see that it is sweltering and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to keep you cool and offer UV protection.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered for cooling:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Do bring additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Light linen shorts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Sun protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
Bug bite relief
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Waterproof sandals
If you plan to go to the charming Saint Mary Cathedral, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:
December
If you go to Wau in December, you will notice that it can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to help you stay cool:
Bug bite relief
-
Sunglasses
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Do pack extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and include UV protection.
-
Light linen shorts
-
Sun protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
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