Clothes to Wear in Hot and Dry Climates

Hot and dry climates mainly located in the area of Middle East, Australia, Africa and some part of United State. The typical terrain in these areas are mainly consists of deserts and open plains. The temperature is ranging from -6 to 50⁰C or 20 to 120⁰F.
 
The key comfort of clothes in this climate is good ventilation and protection from sun. Therefore, loose-fitting clothing which does not restrict the airflow around the body is the best choice of clothing.

Underwear
Cotton made with breathable qualities is the preferred choice for underwear. Men may opt for boxers or compression shorts to avoid chafing at the crotch area. Cotton T-shirt is the best choice as it can help you to keep warm in the winter or when temperature drop to below zero Celsius degree especially at desert during the night. If you are sweating a lot during the day time, T-shirt as under garment will be able to absorb sweats.

Shirt
A cotton lightweight long sleeve shirt is the preferred choice as the sleeve can be rolled down to protect arm from sunburn. If you’re your shirt has pocket at the chest area, it will help to put handy items such as compass, camera and sunscreen.

Trousers
A loose lightweight cotton trouser is suitable in this climate as it ventilate. Tuck in your trouser into your boots to prevent debris from entering your shoes and socks especially when you are walking on loose rock and sands. Debris in your shoes or socks could cause friction which can lead to blister.
A sturdy leather belt is useful as it can help carry heavy items like water bottle. Large pockets at the trousers can be used to carry maps around and double thickness material at the knee area of the trousers will protect from wear.

Jacket
Windproof and water proof lightweight jacket is useful and heavier jacket will be suitable for winter. Poncho will be useful for rains too as it also double up to be groundsheets when needed.

Footwear
Lightweight cotton socks with extra pair for alternate for cleaning is essential. You have to keep your feet clean and comfort from sweat. Lightweight breathable boots is suitable to be used as it can keep out sands and in the same time gives enough ventilation from your sweat on the feet. Its robust sole will also able to protect you from rocky terrain.

Accessories
A wide-brimmed sun hat or cap is important to prevent heat during the day especially at your neck and ear area. A sturdy chin strap will be useful for a windy condition especially at places like desert. Some hat comes with eyelet will be helpful to ventilate the head area.

Another good to have accessories is sun glasses. It offers to give good standard protection from ultraviolet rays. Goggles type sun glasses will be useful for gritty dust area like desert and open plains.

Bandana or small towel can be used to wipe out sweat from your face and neck. If these are tie loosely around neck, they can prevent sun from your back of your neck.

Alternatively, a multifunctional headwear can be used as it can produce different form such as scarf, neckerchief, headband, hairband, balaclava, sahariane, foulard, wristband, pirate and cap.