Yangon in May
4.6out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 34°C. Very wet: about 23 rainy days.
34°CAvg high
27°CAvg low
23Rainy days (271 mm)
12:47 hDaylight
05:38Sunrise · 18:25 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 34°C
- Very wet: about 23 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 19°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.0 |
| February | 35°C | 20°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 37°C | 23°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 38°C | 26°C | 41 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 34°C | 27°C | 271 mm | 23 | – | – | 4.6 |
| June | 31°C | 26°C | 451 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.5 |
| July | 31°C | 26°C | 485 mm | 31 | – | – | 5.6 |
| August | 30°C | 25°C | 481 mm | 31 | – | – | 5.7 |
| September | 31°C | 25°C | 359 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.5 |
| October | 32°C | 25°C | 173 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.2 |
| November | 33°C | 23°C | 34 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.4 |
| December | 32°C | 20°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Yangon in May?
Daytime highs average 34°C and nights about 27°C.
When is the best time to visit Yangon?
The best months are December, January.