Our verdict
The best time to visit Bagan is November-February
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 41℃ (106℉). The average low temperatures in winter float around 16℃ (61℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about 15℃ (58℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Bagan are usually in April, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. August sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in February instead.
For more information about when to travel to Bagan, the monthly weather breakdown and the best information and tools to book your trip, continue reading below. You’ll also need to check if you need a visa to travel to Myanmar so you can get more info over at Natvisa’s website.
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Bagan seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Bagan as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Bagan is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Bagan
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Bagan for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Bagan climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Bagan for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Bagan in January
- Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 54%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in January, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Bagan in February
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (90℉)
- Average low temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average humidity: 36%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 0mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in February, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Bagan in March
- Average temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average high temperature: 36℃ (97℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 30%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in March, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Bagan in April
- Average temperature: 34℃ (93℉)
- Average high temperature: 39℃ (102℉)
- Average low temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average humidity: 35%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 17mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in April, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Bagan in May
- Average temperature: 34℃ (92℉)
- Average high temperature: 38℃ (100℉)
- Average low temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average humidity: 46%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in May, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Bagan in June
- Average temperature: 31℃ (87℉)
- Average high temperature: 35℃ (95℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 72mm (3") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bagan in July
- Average temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average high temperature: 33℃ (91℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 72%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 125mm (5") over 25 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bagan in August
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 171mm (7") over 28 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bagan in September
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 149mm (6") over 25 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
Bagan in October
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (87℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 109mm (4") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Bagan in November
- Average temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Bagan in December
- Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 65%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 7mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bagan in December, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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