Weather in April in Myanmar (Burma)
Thinking about venturing to Myanmar (Burma) this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Myanmar (Burma) in April?
April in Myanmar (Burma) generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Ywama to 40°C in Naypyidaw. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Naypyidaw and 18°C in Ywama. In Myanmar (Burma), April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bagan with an average of 14 mm to heavy rainfall in Myeik with 162 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 292 hours of sunshine in Yangon. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For a closer look at April's conditions in Myanmar (Burma), see the map below. For a more detailed look at Myanmar (Burma)'s yearly weather, check out our Myanmar (Burma) climate page.
Where to go in Myanmar (Burma) in April
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Myanmar (Burma)?
Yangon
In April Yangon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Mandalay
In April Mandalay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Bagan
In April Bagan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Naypyidaw
In April Naypyidaw generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Pyin Oo Lwin
In April Pyin Oo Lwin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Myanmar (Burma)?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Yangon, April may not be the ideal time to visit Myanmar (Burma).
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in December offering mostly perfect weather in Yangon. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
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