Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 29° 26° | 31° 26° | 32° 26° | 32° 26° | 31° 26° | 30° 26° | 31° 26° |
| Precipitation | 88% | 69% | 64% | 80% | 79% | 79% | 92% |
| Humidity | 84% | 81% | 79% | 81% | 83% | 84% | 81% |
| Wind | 10 km/h | 6 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 6 km/h |
Best time to visit Myanmar
The best time to visit Yangon is November to March, when conditions are generally warm and dry and sightseeing suits the settled weather. April is exceptionally hot, while May to October is hotter or wetter, with cyclone risk noted from May to November and difficult travel conditions in the wettest months.
JanuaryTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours7Dry Days29
January is hot and dry, around 18-32°C. Pagodas, markets and city walks suit the limited rainfall.
FebruaryTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours9Dry Days27
February is hot and dry, around 19-34°C. Sightseeing works well, with intense afternoons calling for shade breaks.
MarchTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours10Dry Days28
March is very hot and dry, around 22-36°C. Morning sightseeing and shaded visits are suitable for the heat.
AprilTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours12Dry Days22
April is exceptionally hot, around 25-36°C, and some Myanmar regions exceed 40°C. Yangon sightseeing can be demanding in the afternoon.
MayTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)79Sun Hours11Dry Days13
May is hot and becoming rainy, around 27-35°C. It is peak cyclone season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
JuneTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)153Sun Hours8Dry Days6
June is humid with short, variable showers, around 25-32°C. There is cyclone risk that month, and rain can disrupt plans.
JulyTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)197Sun Hours6Dry Days4
July is very wet, around 25-31°C, with difficult road conditions. There is cyclone risk that month, and persistent rain brings high dengue risk.
AugustTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)168Sun Hours7Dry Days3
August is very wet, around 24-32°C, with slow rural roads. There is cyclone risk that month, and persistent rain brings high dengue risk.
SeptemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)133Sun Hours9Dry Days5
September is very wet, around 24-31°C, making sightseeing and road travel difficult. There is cyclone risk that month, and persistent rain brings high dengue risk.
OctoberTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)85Sun Hours8Dry Days11
October is warm and rainy, around 24-30°C, with wet-season conditions affecting journeys. There is cyclone risk that month.
NovemberTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)12Sun Hours7Dry Days23
November is warm and dry, around 22-32°C. Yangon sightseeing suits the settled weather, and there is cyclone risk that month.
DecemberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours7Dry Days29
December is warm and dry, around 19-32°C. Pagodas, markets and walking tours suit the settled conditions.
Sources: audleytravel.com, britannica.com, cdc.gov
Balloons Over Bagan
Cost: From 230 USD · ★ 4.9 (202 reviews)
Balloons over Bagan is your gateway to flights over 8,000 temples and pagodas. The area is the cultural heart of Myanmar. Your balloon flight will be floating in the sky above thousand years of Myanmar history. The exciting thing is that every balloon flight is different and can give the passenger an unforgettable experience. You will see Bagan wak
One Bagan Sightseeing Tour
Cost: From 51.5 USD · Duration: 9 hours · ★ 5.0 (141 reviews)
Enjoy exploring the amazing sights of Bagan with an experienced, licensed guide who knows the best locations for sunset, sunrise, avoiding the crowds and maximising your time in Bagan.
Yangon Evening Street Food and Market Walking Tour
Cost: From 61.96 USD · Duration: 3 hours · ★ 4.9 (110 reviews)
Winding our way through downtown's historic and diverse neighborhoods we'll drop by some of our favourite food stalls, family owned eateries and a fascinating market. The perfect way to get a complete understanding of Yangon food culture with a knowledgeable guide!
Amarapura,Sagaing,Mingun,Ava or Innwa
Cost: From 120 USD · Duration: 10 hours · ★ 4.9 (76 reviews)
Our company driver pick up your hotel at 09:00AM.A visit to the ancient cities of Amarapura,Sagaing,Mingun,Innwa/Ava are exciting and destination for visitors.Explore ancient cultures, ancient building techniques and beautiful scenery.
Old Bagan Sightseeing Tour
Cost: From 43.08 USD · ★ 5.0 (50 reviews)
Set yourself free as you go for a full day sightseeing in Bagan and visit famous and most significant tourists attractions including, Gubyaukgyi Temple, Nyaung-U Township, Shwezigon Pagoda & more.
Mandalay Fullday Sightseeing
Cost: From 80 USD · Duration: 10 hours · ★ 4.9 (42 reviews)
Our itinerary is designed to visit around the Mandalay city of all attraction places within one day.Our company driver will pick up your hotel at 08:00AM.Mandalay,the second largest city in Myanmar, was established in 1857 by King Mindon. It is found in the upper part of the country, and located in the East Bank of the Ayarawaddy River. "Mandalay",
Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon
Cost: From 35 USD · Duration: 2 hours · ★ 5.0 (23 reviews)
Our walking tour of Yangon teases out the stories and secrets of a city with a turbulent history. As well as visiting the Secretariat and the principal colonial buildings in downtown Yangon, our guide will take you to lesser known and lesser frequented locations which nonetheless have stories to tell. This walking tour looks at the growth of Yangon
Private Yangon Tour: Circular Train, Walking & Local Food Tasting
Cost: From 113.34 USD · ★ 4.7 (22 reviews)
Our guided walking tour through colonial streets, stopping at a local tea shop to experience Myanmar’s tea culture and sample authentic street food. Visit iconic landmarks like the Reclining Buddha and Shwedagon Pagoda, browse Bogyoke Market, and ride the famous Yangon Circular Train. A perfect mix of sightseeing, local life, and delicious bites —
Day Cruise Bagan to Mandalay
Cost: From 30.77 USD · Duration: 12 hours · ★ 4.6 (14 reviews)
Embark on the RV Panorama and enjoy the warm sunlight and gentle breeze on the upper deck. Upstream from Bagan to Mandalay. Delicious Myanmar cuisine will await you for lunch as you will have a relaxing time sunbathing on the sun deck. The crew team will demonstrate different ways of wearing Myanmar Traditional Longyi (a garment worn by Myanmar peo
Mandalay Half-Day Sightseeing
Cost: From 65 USD · Duration: 5 hours · ★ 4.6 (13 reviews)
Driver will pick up your hotel at 08:00AM or 02:00PM.Starting time is customer choice.Then we will start Half-Day tour from Royal Palace,Shwenandaw Monastery,Atumashi Monastery,Kuthodaw Pagoda, Sandarmuni Pagoda,Kyautkawgyi Pagoda and Mandalay Hill.
Brief
- Try local specialties such as mohinga fish-noodle soup, laphet thoke fermented-tea-leaf salad, Shan noodles, and Burmese tea.
- Dress modestly when visiting Buddhist sites, covering shoulders and knees; remove shoes before entering pagoda compounds.
- Carry cash in good condition, as card payments, ATMs, internet access, and mobile connectivity can be unreliable. Arrange transport and accommodation in advance.
Safety and health
- Myanmar remains a very high-risk destination because of civil conflict, sudden security clampdowns, detention risk, communications outages, and limited consular and medical support. Avoid travel outside Yangon and follow local restrictions closely. (
sicurogroup.com)
- A cholera outbreak and a wider increase in acute diarrhoea have been reported in Yangon. Drink only sealed bottled or properly treated water, avoid raw foods and questionable ice, wash hands frequently, and seek urgent medical care for severe diarrhoea or vomiting. (
khaosodenglish.com |
wikivoyage.org)
- Avoid floodwater, mud, and contact with soil after heavy rain, and cover cuts and other open wounds because of melioidosis risk. Do not swim or wade in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis. (
cdc.gov)
- Protect yourself from mosquito bites day and night because dengue and Zika occur in Myanmar. (
- Medical facilities and supplies are limited. Obtain comprehensive travel insurance that covers evacuation, and note that yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers aged one year or older arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission, including qualifying long airport transits. (
Recent News
- 6 September 2026: Heavy rain, overflowing dams, and rising creeks triggered flash-flood warnings across Yangon Region. Flooding was reported in parts of Hlegu Township, with warnings also covering North Okkalapa, South Okkalapa, North Dagon, South Dagon, Thingangyun, Thaketa, Dawbon, Pazundaung, and Mingalar Taung Nyunt. Further thunderstorms were forecast through 9 September. (
dvb.no)
- 18 August 2026: Yangon reported a cholera outbreak after hundreds were hospitalised with severe diarrhoea. Rapid tests identified numerous suspected cases and health authorities began outbreak-control measures. (
nytimes.com)
