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📅 Dec - Feb
🌡️ 30°C / 16°C
☁️ Warm days, cool and crisp nights
Packing for Chiang Mai in winter requires balancing warm daytime temperatures with cool evenings in this northern Thai city. Bring lightweight layers and breathable fabrics for the pleasant 30°C days, plus a light jacket for crisp 16°C nights. Business travelers should prioritize versatile pieces that work for both professional meetings and casual exploration.
Passport
Visa / entry documents
Travel insurance certificate
Flight & hotel confirmations
Driver's license
International driving permit
Credit / debit cards
Cash (local currency)
Emergency contact card
Underwear ×7
Socks ×7
Comfortable walking shoes / sneakers
Light cardigan / layer
Pyjamas / sleepwear
Casual t-shirts ×3
Jeans / trousers ×2
Belt
Lightweight t-shirts ×5
Shorts ×3
Swimsuit / boardshorts
Sundress / summer dress
Sandals / flip-flops
Wide-brim sun hat
Linen or moisture-wicking shirt
Business suit / blazer
Dress shirts ×3
Dress trousers / skirt
Formal shoes
Tie / pocket square
Toothbrush + toothpaste
Shampoo + conditioner
Body wash / soap
Deodorant
Razor / shaving supplies
Moisturiser
Lip balm
Hair brush / comb
Nail clippers
Sunscreen SPF 50+
After-sun lotion
Prescription medications
Pain relief — ibuprofen / paracetamol
Antihistamines
First aid kit
Band-aids / plasters
Antiseptic cream
Motion sickness tablets
Eye drops
Antidiarrheal medication
Rehydration sachets / electrolytes
Smartphone + charger
Universal power adapter
Portable battery pack
Headphones / earbuds
Camera + charger + memory cards
Laptop + charger
Daypack / backpack 20L
Packing cubes
Luggage lock
Luggage tags
Reusable water bottle
Travel pillow (neck)
Eye mask + earplugs
Money belt / hidden wallet
Sunglasses
Reusable tote bag
Lightweight rain poncho
Beach bag
Quick-dry beach towel
Waterproof phone case
Snorkel mask + fins
Floating waterproof bag
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