Weather in Yangon
What's the weather like in Yangon?
Yangon has warm year-round and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (87°F) in January to 30°C (85°F) in July, with overnight lows around 20°C (67°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively.
No month in Yangon sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually August and July.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇲🇲 Myanmar
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Yangon
- Coordinates
- 16.841, 96.174
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 87°F | 20°C / 67°F | 11 mm | 4 | — |
| February | 33°C / 92°F | 20°C / 68°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| March | 36°C / 96°F | 23°C / 73°F | 9 mm | 4 | — |
| April | 37°C / 98°F | 26°C / 78°F | 36 mm | 13 | — |
| May | 34°C / 93°F | 26°C / 79°F | 230 mm | 25 | — |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 430 mm | 30 | — |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 492 mm | 31 | — |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 76°F | 516 mm | 31 | — |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 76°F | 403 mm | 30 | — |
| October | 30°C / 87°F | 25°C / 76°F | 255 mm | 28 | — |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 74°F | 58 mm | 15 | — |
| December | 31°C / 88°F | 22°C / 71°F | 6 mm | 6 | — |
Yangon by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Southeast Asia rainy season runs May–October. Daily afternoon thunderstorms are typical. Dry season is November–April.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yangon?
The most comfortable months in Yangon are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Yangon?
April is typically the hottest month in Yangon, averaging a high of 37°C (98°F).
What is the coldest month in Yangon?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 20°C (67°F).
Does it snow in Yangon?
Snow is rare in Yangon; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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