Myanmar Bagan Weather in September — Climate Guide
September in Bagan is moderate
September is moderate for Bagan.
September is the monsoon tail — 130mm rainfall, 12 wet days, monsoon transitioning out. Hot-air balloon flights remain stopped (resume late October).
Temple-zone landscape stays at peak lush green and Ayeyarwaddy River remains at peak strength. Late September is the year's underrated sweet spot — green landscape at peak + prices at year's lowest + crowds at year's low + monsoon tapering + balloon-resumption imminent (late October).
Travel score
Monsoon tail — late-month sweet spot + green + value + balloon-resumption imminent
September Weather at a Glance
September averages 91°F / 33°C highs and 75°F / 24°C lows with 12 rainy days and 130mm of rain. Humidity 80%. UV 10, sunshine 6 hours. Monsoon tail.
September Travel Advice
Late September (last 10 days) is the underrated Bagan sweet spot — green landscape + value pricing + monsoon tapering + crowds still low + hot-air balloon resumption imminent (late October). Schedule outdoor 06:00-13:00 before afternoon storms.
September Pricing Trends
Year's lowest pricing continues: boutique $55-130/night, Aureum Palace $140-280. Late September shoulder climb begins.
Bagan September Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
12
130mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
5 km/h
Gusts 12
Sea Temp
28°C
swimming hotel pools
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
September Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
38°C
Nighttime
25°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
5 km/h
Max gust 12 km/h
Activities Recommended for September
September Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Temple-zone + Ayeyarwaddy at peak strength
- Year's lowest pricing continues
- Year's lowest crowds
- Late September sweet spot — green + value + balloon-resumption imminent
- Monsoon clearing trend
Cons
- Still monsoon tail — daily afternoon storms
- No hot-air balloon (resumes late October)
- 12 wet days/month
- 80% humidity sticky
September Events & Festivals
- Monsoon tail
- Hot-air balloon STOPPED (resumes late October)
- Buddhist Lent continues
- Boun Khao Padap Din rice-paddy spirit festival (late September)
Bagan in September — Full Picture
September is the monsoon tail — 130mm rainfall, 12 wet days, monsoon transitioning out. Hot-air balloon flights remain stopped (resume late October).
Temple-zone landscape stays at peak lush green and Ayeyarwaddy River remains at peak strength. Late September is the year's underrated sweet spot — green landscape at peak + prices at year's lowest + crowds at year's low + monsoon tapering + balloon-resumption imminent (late October).
Buddhist Lent continues from July full moon.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Monsoon tail — daily afternoon thunderstorms but tapering. Days 33°C / 91°F + nights 24°C / 75°F + 80% humidity. Light rain shell + waterproof phone case + waterproof bag + quick-dry sandals. Temple-zone at peak lush green.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
38°C
23.3°C
3.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34°C
25°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current31.7°C
21.7°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
30.3°C
17°C
0/mo
Bagan Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 30° | 16° | 0d·5mm | 9h | 50% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 33° | 18° | 0d·5mm | 10h | 50% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 37° | 21° | 1d·15mm | 9.5h | 50% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 40° | 24° | 3d·30mm | 9h | 55% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 37° | 25° | 7d·90mm | 7.5h | 65% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 35° | 25° | 10d·130mm | 6.5h | 75% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 34° | 25° | 14d·160mm | 5.5h | 80% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 33° | 25° | 15d·170mm | 5.5h | 82% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 33° | 24° | 12d·130mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 22° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 75% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 30° | 19° | 2d·25mm | 8.5h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 28° | 17° | 0d·5mm | 9h | 55% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
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Bagan September Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is September a good time to visit Bagan?
Bagan in September is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Bagan in September?
Bagan September averages a high of 33°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Bagan in September?
Bagan September averages 130mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bagan in September?
Monsoon tail — daily afternoon thunderstorms but tapering. Days 33°C / 91°F + nights 24°C / 75°F + 80% humidity. Light rain shell + waterproof phone case + waterproof bag + quick-dry sandals. Temple-zone at peak lush green.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bagan in September?
Bagan September sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 18:00, with 12h 05min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bagan in September?
Bagan September air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bagan in September?
In September, Bagan is great for Temple-zone early-morning e-bike (06:00-13:00 before storms), Atmospheric monsoon-green photography, Buddhist Lent continuing ceremonies.
Is September peak season in Bagan?
Bagan September crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.