Myanmar Yangon Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Yangon is high
October is high for Yangon.
October is the year's best value-for-quality window. Monsoon ends + dry season begins + air quality returns + Yangon River starts clearing + pricing still at monsoon lows. Rainfall drops from September's 380mm to October's 200mm (50% reduction). Rainy days from 22 to 13. Days cool from 30°C to 32°C with nights at 23°C. Shwedagon outdoor visits start returning to photogenic quality. October signatures: Thadingyut Festival of Lights (end of Buddhist Lent, October full moon, varies year-by-year) brings one of the year's most magical Burmese cultural nights — candles + paper lanterns on the streets and at Shwedagon + temple ceremonies. If your visit aligns with the dates, it's worth the entire trip alone. Pricing window: boutique $40-90/night first half of October; climbs to $60-130 by month-end as November Tazaungdaing approaches. Target October 16-31 for the best value + improving weather combo.
Travel score
Monsoon ends + Thadingyut Festival of Lights + value window
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 90°F / 32°C highs and 73°F / 23°C lows with 13 rainy days and 200mm of rain — late monsoon. Humidity 80%. UV 9. Sunshine 6.5 hours. Transitioning toward dry season by month-end.
October Travel Advice
Thadingyut Festival of Lights (October full moon, varies year-by-year) — confirm dates 2-3 months ahead. Candles + paper lanterns at Shwedagon + streets 18:00-21:00. Target October 16-31 for best weather + still-value pricing. Pricing climbs sharply November 1 — book by mid-October if traveling late-month.
Flying In from Overseas
Tourist arrivals still low — international flight pricing matches September lows. Direct via Bangkok $350-650. European autumn shoulder. Korean autumn break partial overlap.
October Pricing Trends
Last value month: boutique $40-90/night first half, $60-130 late month. Strand $250-450. Pan Pacific $180-380. Flights $350-650 via Bangkok. Book by mid-Oct for value before Nov 1 sharp increase.
Yangon October Weather Stats
Avg High
32°C
Avg Low
23°C
Rainy Days
13
200mm total
Sunshine
6.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
comfortable
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 16
Sea Temp
28°C
Yangon River clearing
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
25 μg/m³
PM10
42 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
23°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 16 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Monsoon ends — air quality + Shwedagon visibility clearing
- Thadingyut Festival of Lights
- Year's best value-for-quality window
- Last month of low-season pricing
Cons
- First half still has rainy days
- Late October pricing climbs toward Tazaungdaing
- Tazaungdaing preparations affect late month
October Events & Festivals
- Monsoon ends — value pricing + dry-season transition window
- Thadingyut Festival of Lights (end of Buddhist Lent, October full moon) — temple candles + paper lanterns
- Tazaungdaing Festival (November full moon) imminent
- Western Halloween prep
Yangon in October — Full Picture
October is the year's best value-for-quality window. Monsoon ends + dry season begins + air quality returns + Yangon River starts clearing + pricing still at monsoon lows. Rainfall drops from September's 380mm to October's 200mm (50% reduction). Rainy days from 22 to 13. Days cool from 30°C to 32°C with nights at 23°C. Shwedagon outdoor visits start returning to photogenic quality. October signatures: Thadingyut Festival of Lights (end of Buddhist Lent, October full moon, varies year-by-year) brings one of the year's most magical Burmese cultural nights — candles + paper lanterns on the streets and at Shwedagon + temple ceremonies. If your visit aligns with the dates, it's worth the entire trip alone. Pricing window: boutique $40-90/night first half of October; climbs to $60-130 by month-end as November Tazaungdaing approaches. Target October 16-31 for the best value + improving weather combo.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Monsoon tail + dry season transition. Rainfall drops to 200mm (50% of September). Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell still useful. Days 32°C / 90°F + nights 23°C / 73°F start cooling.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
36°C
23.3°C
7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.3°C
24°C
26/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current31.3°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Yangon?
Yangon in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Yangon in October?
Yangon October averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C.
Does it rain much in Yangon in October?
Yangon October averages 200mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Yangon in October?
Monsoon tail + dry season transition. Rainfall drops to 200mm (50% of September). Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell still useful. Days 32°C / 90°F + nights 23°C / 73°F start cooling.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Yangon in October?
Yangon October sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:35, with 11h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Yangon in October?
Yangon October air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 25μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Yangon in October?
In October, Yangon is great for Thadingyut Festival of Lights (full moon, varies), Shwedagon sunrise + sunset, Colonial downtown walking.
Is October peak season in Yangon?
Yangon October crowds are moderate and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.