Myanmar (Burma) Travel Weather
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When Is the Best Time To Visit Myanmar (Burma)?
The answer to the question of what is the best month to visit Myanmar (Burma) depends on what you are interested in doing during your stay. Here you can see an overview of each month and its typical weather conditions.
Tourist Season in Myanmar (Burma)
Myanmar is best visited during the peak tourist season from December to February, then we can count on ideal weather for relaxation. It is warm, but not hot, with temperatures oscillating between 25°C and 31°C, and rainfall is sporadic. The exceptions are the mountainous regions in the north and east (including the Shan Mountains, the area around Inle Lake), where it is a few degrees less, and evenings and nights are sometimes cool. However, this does not interfere with trekking and hiking arrangements, as you can still count on plenty of sunshine during the day. The west and south coasts (Ngapali, Ngwe Saung) have very good conditions for beachcombing, sea bathing and diving.
March and April and October and November are the transitional period, even though the weather is not as ideal as in high season it is still a good time to visit Myanmar.
Tourist season month by month. Legend
Tourist season - time period with sightseeing-friendly weather (or sunbathing in the case of small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical spread, the most visited places were taken into account and the data were averaged. For selected countries, seasonal holidays were also taken into account, as long as they significantly affect the tourist traffic in this period.
The best time to travel, you can count on very good weather.
A good time to travel, however, sometimes there can be some weather conditions that make the visit a bit difficult.
Travel possible, but it is not the best time. The weather at this time can be very unpredictable, with a tendency to be bad.
Travel is not recommended, the weather at this time can make sightseeing/resting very difficult or even impossible.
Popularity among visitors based on actual visits to popular tourist attractions (based on the average for 7 cities).
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Average temperatures throughout a year for Naypyidaw (°F)
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Season and weather by month
March - April
Mar | Apr |
March and April mark the end of the dry season and herald the beginning of the rainy season. It gets hotter and steamier, temperatures reach 33°C - 38°C, and rainfall also gradually increases. The heat can be hard to bear, especially for those unaccustomed to the roasting sun and humid air. This period is good for those who want to organize a trip at a cheaper cost and avoid the crowds in the most popular destinations (including Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan).
Holidays and observances in Myanmar (Burma)
- 02 Mar 2025 - Peasants' Day
- 13 Mar 2025 - Full Moon Day of Tabaung
- 27 Mar 2025 - Armed Forces Day
- 13 Apr 2025 - Thingyan Water Festival
- 17 Apr 2025 - Myanmar New Year
May - September
May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep |
The rainy season in Myanmar lasts from May to about mid-October and is the time outside the tourist season. Due to heavy rainfall and high humidity, this is not a good time to visit the country. Days are hot and steamy, with temperatures hovering around 30°C. There are short-lived but intense downpours almost every day. Some roads and mountain trails are flooded, making it impossible to reach some regions of the country. The heaviest rainfall is on the Andaman Coast, so most resorts have been closed since mid-June. Also in the Shan highlands, the weather is not favorable, and in addition to heavy rains, cold gusty winds will be encountered.
Holidays and observances in Myanmar (Burma)
- 22 May 2024 - Full Moon Day of Kasong
- 19 Jul 2024 - Martyrs' Day
- 20 Jul 2024 - Full Moon Day of Waso
- 01 May 2025 - Labour Day
October - November
Oct | Nov |
October and November mark the end of the rainy season and herald the beginning of the dry season. Rainfall decreases and days are increasingly bright and sunny. Air temperatures drop to 25°C - 31°C, creating more comfortable conditions for sightseeing and hiking. Nature in a luscious green setting creates magnificent landscapes, making walking and exploring forests and mountainous regions more enjoyable. The aura is also conducive to beach and sea bathing on the west and south coasts (Ngapali, Ngwe Saung).
Holidays and observances in Myanmar (Burma)
- 16 Oct 2024 - Full Moon Day of Thadingyut
- 14 Nov 2024 - Full Moon Day of Tazaungmone
- 25 Nov 2024 - National Day
December - February
Dec | Jan | Feb |
Peak tourist season. It is warm, but there is no heat, the temperatures oscillate between 25°C and 31°C, and rainfall is sporadic.
Holidays and observances in Myanmar (Burma)
- 25 Dec 2024 - Christmas Day
- 30 Dec 2024 - Kayin New Year
- 31 Dec 2024 - New Year Holiday
- 01 Jan 2025 - New Year's Day
- 04 Jan 2025 - Independence Day
- 12 Feb 2025 - Union Day
Naypyidaw
Friday 3 May
Humidity
53%Cloud cover
18%Wind speed
13.9 mphChance of rain
13%Naypyidaw
Saturday 4 MayHumidity
43%Cloud cover
16%Wind speed
11.4 mphChance of rain
13%Naypyidaw
Sunday 5 May
Humidity
40%Cloud cover
58%Wind speed
12.1 mphChance of rain
7%Naypyidaw
Monday 6 MayHumidity
42%Cloud cover
0%Wind speed
12.1 mphChance of rain
3%Naypyidaw
Tuesday 7 MayHumidity
41%Cloud cover
14%Wind speed
7.8 mphChance of rain
7%Climate and Average Weather in Myanmar (Burma)
General weather conditions each month by city.
Weather Map
The icons next to the month name indicate the convenience of the date for visiting the selected area/territory/ country. They are only a suggestion and should not be used as the final criterion for selecting your travel date. The season is defined as the time period with the weather favorable for sightseeing (or sunbathing - small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical range, the most touristic places were included.
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