Myanmar Yangon Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Yangon is moderate
August is moderate for Yangon.
WARNING: August continues monsoon peak — rainfall 580mm + 26 rainy days. Days 30°C / 86°F + nights 24°C / 75°F. Yangon River reaches year's roughest waters; Irrawaddy delta floods. Korean Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) drives a brief regional hotel + flight peak. Outside of that window, pricing stays similar to July — boutique $40-90/night. Korean summer break tail continues. This is the month most outdoor-focused travelers should skip. Pool + spa + cooking class + cultural temple visits in the historic Shwedagon and downtown zones still work, but Bago + Kyaiktiyo day trips have significant road-closure risk. Wagaung Festival (August full moon, Buddhist Lent observance) brings novice monk ordinations at Shwedagon — photographically rich if the dates align. For travelers timing-locked to summer break: stick to honeymoon-style on-property luxury at Strand, Belmond, Pan Pacific, or Sule Shangri-La. For everyone else: skip August, visit November-February or late May.
Travel score
Monsoon wet peak + Korean summer break tail
August Weather at a Glance
August averages 86°F / 30°C highs and 75°F / 24°C lows with 26 rainy days and 580mm of rain. Humidity 90%. UV 9. Sunshine 3.5 hours (year's low alongside July). Yangon River + Irrawaddy delta at year's wettest.
August Travel Advice
Travel insurance with cancellation coverage absolutely essential. Plan city-based itinerary + skip Bago + Kyaiktiyo outdoor trips. Wagaung Festival (August full moon) — Shwedagon novice ordinations at 06:00 morning ceremonies. Hotels have generators for power cuts.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean summer break tail + Japanese O-Bon week + European peak holiday. Flights via Bangkok or Singapore $450-850. Korean Liberation Day (Aug 15) drives brief Korean inbound peak.
August Pricing Trends
Korean break + European peak: boutique $40-90/night, Strand $230-470, Pan Pacific $170-340. Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) slight peak. Flights $450-850 from East Asia.
Yangon August Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
26
580mm total
Sunshine
3.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
90%
very humid
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
28°C
Yangon River rough
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
34°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Liberation Day weekend brief peak then drop
- Lush green landscape
- Wagaung novice ordinations at Shwedagon photogenic
Cons
- WARNING: continued monsoon peak
- Bago + Kyaiktiyo road closure risk
- Power cuts heaviest
August Events & Festivals
- Korean Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) — brief regional peak
- Korean summer break tail
- WARNING: Yangon River + Irrawaddy delta at year's wettest
- Wagaung Festival (Buddhist Lent, August full moon) — temple novice ordinations
Yangon in August — Full Picture
WARNING: August continues monsoon peak — rainfall 580mm + 26 rainy days. Days 30°C / 86°F + nights 24°C / 75°F. Yangon River reaches year's roughest waters; Irrawaddy delta floods. Korean Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) drives a brief regional hotel + flight peak. Outside of that window, pricing stays similar to July — boutique $40-90/night. Korean summer break tail continues. This is the month most outdoor-focused travelers should skip. Pool + spa + cooking class + cultural temple visits in the historic Shwedagon and downtown zones still work, but Bago + Kyaiktiyo day trips have significant road-closure risk. Wagaung Festival (August full moon, Buddhist Lent observance) brings novice monk ordinations at Shwedagon — photographically rich if the dates align. For travelers timing-locked to summer break: stick to honeymoon-style on-property luxury at Strand, Belmond, Pan Pacific, or Sule Shangri-La. For everyone else: skip August, visit November-February or late May.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Similar to July with continued heavy rain. Quick-dry + rain shell + waterproof bag mandatory. Days 30°C / 86°F + nights 24°C / 75°F.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
36°C
23.3°C
7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current30.3°C
24°C
26/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31.3°C
22.3°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
32.3°C
18.3°C
0.3/mo
Yangon Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 32° | 18° | 0d·5mm | 9h | 65% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 34° | 19° | 0d·7mm | 9.5h | 60% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| 36° | 22° | 1d·15mm | 9h | 60% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 38° | 24° | 3d·35mm | 8.5h | 65% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 24° | 17d·300mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 25d·550mm | 4h | 88% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 30° | 24° | 27d·600mm | 3.5h | 90% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 24° | 26d·580mm | 3.5h | 90% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 24° | 22d·380mm | 4.5h | 88% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 23° | 13d·200mm | 6.5h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| November (Best) | 32° | 20° | 4d·60mm | 8.5h | 70% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 31° | 18° | 1d·10mm | 9h | 65% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
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Yangon August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Yangon?
Yangon in August is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Yangon in August?
Yangon August averages a high of 30°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Yangon in August?
Yangon August averages 580mm of rainfall over about 26 rainy days.
What should I wear in Yangon in August?
Similar to July with continued heavy rain. Quick-dry + rain shell + waterproof bag mandatory. Days 30°C / 86°F + nights 24°C / 75°F.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Yangon in August?
Yangon August sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 18:20, with 12h 25min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Yangon in August?
Yangon August air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Yangon in August?
In August, Yangon is great for Hotel pool + spa, Burmese cooking class, Wagaung Festival temple ceremony.
Is August peak season in Yangon?
Yangon August crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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