Yangon
A golden pagoda that dominates the skyline and, according to legend, holds strands of the Buddha's actual hair, colonial architecture slowly being reclaimed by tropical decay, and a tea shop culture where an afternoon can vanish entirely over one cup.
The best time to visit Yangon is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 32°C (89°F). Local time there is 22:58 (UTC+6:30).
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The year at a glance
January · high 31°C · rain 11mm · 11.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C88°F | 11mm0.4in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| February | 34°C92°F | 5mm0.2in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| March | 36°C97°F | 14mm0.6in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| April | 37°C99°F | 45mm1.8in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| May | 35°C94°F | 169mm6.7in | 12.9h12.9h | |
| June | 30°C87°F | 392mm15.4in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| July | 30°C86°F | 453mm17.8in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| August | 30°C85°F | 507mm20.0in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| September | 30°C86°F | 463mm18.2in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 31°C87°F | 300mm11.8in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 32°C89°F | 56mm2.2in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| December | 31°C88°F | 8mm0.3in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Yangon?
The best time to visit Yangon is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 32°C (89°F).
How warm does Yangon get?
Typical daytime highs in Yangon are Mar–May 36°C (97°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (86°F), Sep–Nov 31°C (87°F), Dec–Feb 32°C (89°F).
Is Yangon expensive?
On the ground, Yangon is cheap.
What sort of trip is Yangon good for?
Yangon is good for history and culture, bucket-list trips, beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Yangon?
The wettest month in Yangon is August at 507mm (20.0in), the driest February at 5mm (0.2in), with a monthly average of 202mm (7.9in).
What plug do I need for Yangon?
Yangon uses type C, F, G sockets at 230 V.
