Bagan
Over two thousand ancient temples scattered across a plain, mist burning off the stupas at dawn, and an ox-cart pace of life that has not changed much around them.
The best time to visit Bagan is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (85°F). Local time there is 01:16 (UTC+6:30).
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The year at a glance
January · high 28°C · rain 5mm · 11.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Nyaung U, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 5mm0.2in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
| February | 31°C88°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
| March | 35°C96°F | 11mm0.4in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| April | 38°C100°F | 7mm0.3in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| May | 37°C99°F | 89mm3.5in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| June | 35°C96°F | 76mm3.0in | 13.4h13.4h | |
| July | 35°C96°F | 92mm3.6in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| August | 34°C92°F | 174mm6.9in | 12.9h12.9h | |
| September | 32°C90°F | 290mm11.4in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 32°C89°F | 165mm6.5in | 11.6h11.6h | |
| November | 31°C88°F | 25mm1.0in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| December | 29°C84°F | 2mm0.1in | 10.8h10.8h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Bagan?
The best time to visit Bagan is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (85°F).
How warm does Bagan get?
Typical daytime highs in Bagan are Mar–May 37°C (98°F), Jun–Aug 35°C (94°F), Sep–Nov 32°C (89°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (85°F).
Is Bagan expensive?
On the ground, Bagan is cheap.
What sort of trip is Bagan good for?
Bagan is good for history and culture, bucket-list trips, beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Bagan?
The wettest month in Bagan is September at 290mm (11.4in), the driest February at 0mm (0.0in), with a monthly average of 78mm (3.1in).
What plug do I need for Bagan?
Bagan uses type C, F, G sockets at 230 V.
