Myanmar (Burma) weather in August
Planning a getaway to Myanmar (Burma) this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Myanmar (Burma) in August?
August in Myanmar (Burma) generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Aungban at 27°C to very warm in Monywa at 35°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Monywa and 20°C in Aungban. On average, August is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Yangon.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bagan with an average of 158 mm to heavy rainfall in Hpa-an with 820 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 93 hours of sunlight in Yangon. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
For a closer look at August'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.
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Average weather in Yangon
In August Yangon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Mandalay
In August Mandalay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bagan
In August Bagan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Naypyidaw
In August Naypyidaw generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Pyin Oo Lwin
In August Pyin Oo Lwin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Myanmar (Burma)?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Yangon, August 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 weather in April, May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.
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