When to Go and What to Wear in Singapore

When going on a vacation to Singapore or any other country, it is best to know what are its weather conditions and climate so you’ll know what to include in the luggage. Packing stuff that you don’t need won’t do you any good. It’s wise to pack lightly if necessary and just bring the things you do need.

North from the Equator lies the location of the main island of Singapore. Because of the nature of this location, Singapore experiences balanced temperature and pressure, high humidity, and heavy and sudden rainfall. There is no distinct season to characterize Singapore’s climate. But it can be divided into two main seasons: the Northeast Monsoon and the Southwest Monsoon. In between these seasons are relatively abrupt inter-monsoon periods.

Singapore has no wet/dry season, but most of the rainfall falls on the Northeast Monsoon. The Northeast Monsoon falls on December and lasts until early March. Winds during the Northeast monsoon are fairly strong, so you should expect frequent showers. December to January would be the best bet for heavy rain to fall, sometimes lasting 1-3 days at most. So pack a lot of water-resisting footwear and clothing. Bringing an umbrella during this season is also a good idea.

The pre-Southwest Monsoon falls on late March to May. Rain usually falls in between afternoons and evenings, with scattered showers and thunderstorms.

From June to September, the Southwest Monsoon arrives with weaker showers and scattered, isolated rain and morning “Sumatra” squall lines usually occur. Squall lines are a line of severe thunderstorms that form along or ahead of a cold front. Humidity is very high during this season approximately 30°C/86°F during the day and 23°C/74°F in the evening. Include lightweight cottons and linen in your wardrobe if you’re planning to visit during this season. This season is very hazy so drink lots of water to avoid dehydration.

The pre-Northwest Monsoon falls on October to November. Winds are breezy and showers usually occur in the afternoon and evenings.

Singapore’s rainfall is heavy during the months of December and April. It is usually dryer in the months of February and July. Singapore’s heavy showers fall on the western side of the island. The eastern side of Singapore is dryer and slightly warmer. So don’t be surprised if you came soaked from a particular area and arrive in the other as dry as a bone. The temperature goes as high from 19.4°C to 35.8°C, that’s quite balmy so bring a lot of sleeveless shirts and shorts.

Singapore is a tropical island, so get rid of those woolies. Light, summer clothes are the best to take with you on the trip. Singapore fairly accepts casual clothing, but some establishments require formal wear so bring a pair or two, just in case. A lot of establishments and vehicles are equipped with air-conditioners to provide relief from the scorching sun, so make sure to bring light jackets or sweaters along it might get a little chilly sometimes. Be sure to pack the right stuff to avoid buying unnecessary things. The best time to come to Singapore is during its dry months.

For antiques and jewelry, the Kwok gallery and Tatiana are the best bet. Kwok Gallery is located on 545 Orchard Road. The establishment is on its 3rd generation in business, and this shop is generally intended for philanthropists. This shop specializes in Chinese antique ceramics and jade. This is not a place for the faint-hearted, because prices are skyrocketing. Appointments should be arranged if you wish to view the collection. The shop is open from Mon-Sat.

Tatiana is a curio shop consisted of Indonesian ikat textiles, tribal woodcarvings from Irian Jaya and Papua New Guinea, and ethnic jewelry from Myanmar. The shop sells fair-priced pieces; you can visit the shop in 19 Tanglin Road.

If you’re looking for a treasure throve full of electronics, Sim Lim Electronics Trading is a six-floor shopping mall totally dedicated to electronic merchandise. You can haggle your way with a diverse selection of electronic stock. The shop is open daily and is located in 02 Sim Lim Square. Or you could also check Funan DigitaLife Mall, 109 North Bridge Road or Best Denki, 391 Orchard Road - both establishments are open daily equally offering top-of-the-line equipment and merchandise.

Designer brand names like Helmut Lang, Jil Sander, Yohji Yamamoto, and Ann Demeulemeester can be found in Club 21, 190 Orchard Boulevard. Club 21 has been in business for more than 20 years as a trusted place for quality clothing and more. Coffee table books, art and furniture are now also on display.

For home improvement, ‘Cream’ is your one-stop-shop for all your home ware. You can check this nice-looking shop at136 Bt Timah Road. The owner is a constant traveler that maintains his collection and expands the selection on every trip. The items come from all around the globe. If you’re looking for something to accessorize your home, Cream has it all. This amazing shop opens everyday.

Eu Yan San meaning “caring for mankind,’ is a specialty shop for Chinese herbs and spices just around 269A South Bridge Road. This peculiar shop is packed with weird, smelly stuff like dried sea horses for instance. Fried sea horse is used by Chinese herbalists to help invigorate the kidneys and stimulates healthy blood circulation. The shop has been around since 1879, also service personalized remedies. The shop has several branches across Singapore, so if you forgot to drop-by, you can have a last-minute shop at some airports.

You just cant get enough of Singapore!

The magnificent sea-side view of Singapore’s ports tells us how beautiful the country is. If you’re planning to visit there anytime soon, make sure you have a view close to the sea. The island is surrounded by exquisite hotels and suites which will make your stop a memorable one.

Singapore offers several options to choose from. The Conrad Centennial Singapore is located in 2 Temasek Boulevard, the business and shopping district near Marina Bay. With 484 rooms and 25 suites, the hotel offers good Chinese cuisine courtesy of the Golden Peony Restaurant. The hotel boasts accommodations for the disabled and 12 of its floors are completely non-smoking. You can also enjoy your mornings, sipping your favorite cup of coffee while checking out the busy streets on Oscar’s Terrace.

The Furama Riverfront Hotel Singapore is just a step away from Chinatown on 405 Havelock Road. It has its own gym, swimming pool and an outdoor Jacuzzi, to ease those tired muscles after a long stroll. The hotel has 515 rooms neatly sectioned into five categories. The Furama Riverfront Hotel caters international food with a little Asian touch.

If you want an ultra-modern style place to stay, try out the Gallery Hotel in 76 Robertson Quay. Its architecture is smartly divided into three blocks: The Bookend Tower, a 10-storey gallery in the center, and a large cube called the Glazz Haus. The peculiar design of this hotel has 223 rooms that extend up to its rooftop pool, which is made of glass supports and can be seen on the fifth floor over the street below. You can book your reservations through Designs Hotels online.

If you don’t like big hotels, the Hotel 1929 is exactly what you’re looking for. This 32-room designer hotel is made out of old retail and residential buildings situated in 50 Keong Sailk Road. The hotel houses the owner’s collection of vintage chairs that are all around the place. Each room’s interior is designed with mosaic tiling and Marimekko fabrics, while the exterior design includes a communal Jacuzzi and vintage garden furniture sets. This hotel stretches further with the smart use of space, flat screen TVs hang like paintings or pictures which complete this hotel’s eccentricity. This hotel is famous for its low price and the popularity with the fashion crowd.

Hotel 1929’s proprietors thought of another equally funky hotel. The New Majestic hotel is located on 31-37 Bukit Pasoh Road. This cool establishment is the product of the designing talents of local artists, which have bombarded the hotel’s interiors and façade. The Cantonese restaurant which date backs form the early 20th century is renovated through the Modern Majestic restaurant.

Singapore’s hotels range from exquisite to funky. Other luxurious hotels like the Intercontinental, The Ritz-Carlton, The Shangri-La Hotel, and The Oriental also found their way on the banks of Singapore. These are also popular dwelling places for businessmen and regular folks alike. So just remember these spots on your next visit and you’re good to go.

The best way to enjoy a visit to Singapore is to check out its rich history and culture. By knowing something about it, makes it easier for you to appreciate what it has to offer. Sometimes you may find a small resemblance to your own roots and culture. Strangely, some people would find out they are no different with the country at all.

Singapore is filled with an assortment of buildings, architecture, museums and parks. And knowing where to go will make your visit a pleasant one.

One of the largest religious influences in Singapore, Islam has been one of the more popular religions in Singapore. On 41 Dunlop Street or ‘Little India’, you will find the Abdul Gaffoor Mosque. Finished in 1910, it is a regular place to go when the word ‘mosque’ comes to mind. It may be less attractive than its neighboring Hindu temples, but beauty is sometimes within. This temple is externally decorated in green and gold and has the names of the 25 prophets inscribed on it. It also has an illustration of a family tree inside dating back to long line of Muslim prophets. Remember not to enter this temple during evening prayers, or on Fridays, as it is forbidden for Non-Muslims. When going inside, make sure you have your legs covered, and take off your shoes to pay your respects.

Another famous temple, Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple is one of the oldest and most exquisite Chinese temples in Singapore. Built in 1884, it was said that Kwan Im gave up her spot in the Kingdom of God to ease people’s suffering and pains. That’s why up to this day, people pay tribute to her humanitarian sacrifice with offerings. Just sitting outside the temple, you can already be bombarded with fortune tellers that could tell what’s in store for you for a small fee. During World War II, this temple was used as a camp for the sick and elderly. The temple is located on 178 Waterloo Street.

If you’re up for breathtaking sights, then the Carlsberg Sky Tower is the place to go. You can reach the tower on 41 Cable Car Road, Sentosa and witness panoramic views all across Singapore. The tower is open daily, so focus those binoculars to see Indonesia and some of the surrounding islands just on the horizon.

Knowledge is Power. Singapore offers its rich history collectively organized on two of its famous museums: Images of Singapore and the Singapore Art Museum. The Images of Singapore museum is located on 40 Cable Car Road, Sentosa. It houses the history of the city, the people and how the city was influenced by the Malays, Chinese, Dutch and the English. If you’re overwhelmed with the sights, this museum is a good reprieve from the busy streets. The Singapore art Museum holds one of the prominent and famous pieces of 20th century Southeast Asian art. There are also exhibitions held daily by renowned modern artist, Gao Xingjian, who won a Nobel literature Prize Laureate. This museum is found on 71 Bras Basah Road.

And if you’re a little culture shocked in Singapore, these spots would definitely enlighten your knowledge about this wonderful city!

Singapore is an island found off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. Singapore measures a total land area of 682 square km, including 63 other nearby islets surrounding the main island. It is located between the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. Malaysian inhabitants migrated on the island of Singapore between 2500 and 1500 BC. The spice trade during this era attracted British and Dutch privateers to establish Singapore’s first trading post in 1819 headed by Sir Stamford Raffles. It was colonized by Britain in 1946 as the first colony of the Straits Settlement was at its final propagation.

Singapore’s population of 4,553,009 consists of a diverse mix of cultures. Buddhism is its primary religion, wherein Islam vies only secondary to its spiritual influences. It was declared as a Republic in 1965 after withdrawing from the Federation of Malaysia on Aug. 9, 1965. Today, Singapore has grown to be one of the cleanest, safest and revered as one of the economic tigers on the Southeast Asian grid.

So why go to Singapore? Let’s check it out.

Singapore grew to its present status in just 150 years, most of its success lies on its Commerce and Industry. Singapore’s busy ports during the early 17th century never ceased, it presently owns over 600 shipping lines sending tankers, ships, and passenger liners that coexists with fishing boats spread across its flourishing waters. Singapore is one of the world’s major distributors of refined oil, electronic components and ranks high on shipbuilding craftsmanship and maintenance. With more than 130 banks, its financial district is indispensable combined with the state-of-the-art satellite communications network that links to all parts the globe.

Singapore’s topographical location is a popular destination for tourism, business and pleasure. This unique city is sprawling with the blend of culture, cuisine, arts, and architecture. Singapore shifts from ethnicity to business formality in just a wink of an eye. One second you’re eating with orangutans, the next second you’re shopping for the latest trends in fashion.

It is one of the most exotic places on earth. You can eat in Singapore virtually anywhere. You can enjoy fine dining with orangutans, on a boat or you can treat yourself to its world class spas and hotels. After a relaxing massage, you can enjoy a Customary Chinese tea ceremony then immediately strapping on that tuxedo to watch Broadway Musicals on the elite streets.

Singapore spreads hospitality like a disease; the people are warm and friendly. It has been voted as the Best Overseas City in 2004, beating a lot of major cities with a whopping 96.23% vote from all across the world. It won on several categories such as, Aesthetics & Architecture, Cleanliness, Value for Money, and Nightlife & Entertainment just to name a few.

Singapore has one of the world’s largest trading fairs. Looking for clothes, electronics, appliances or authentic tea? Singapore is the perfect place to shop. It is a dynamic place for anyone, may it be business or pleasure, surely, your holiday’s going to be a blast!

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