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Yangon (Rangoon) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from very hot conditions to very warm. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The weather in Yangon (Rangoon) changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C in April to a very warm 32°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 19°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Yangon (Rangoon) is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2405 mm. The seasons in Yangon (Rangoon), bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 499 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 31 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.7 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Yangon (Rangoon) Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Yangon (Rangoon), summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.0 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 2.6 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Yangon (Rangoon)

Thu   Jan 16
32°C | 19°C
NE 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Fri   Jan 17
33°C | 19°C
NE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Sat   Jan 18
33°C | 19°C
N 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

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The best time of year to visit Yangon (Rangoon) in Myanmar (Burma)

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Yangon (Rangoon)?
    Rainy season in Yangon (Rangoon) occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
  • Does Yangon (Rangoon) have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March and December are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Yangon (Rangoon)?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 40°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Yangon (Rangoon)?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 32°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Yangon (Rangoon)?
    July tops the wettest month list with 499 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Yangon (Rangoon)?
    February is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Yangon (Rangoon)?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 301 hours of sunshine.

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