Best Time to Visit Dawei, Tanintharyi, Myanmar
Dawei is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Dawei for sunny, dry weather is December–March — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 26.1°C / 79°F in August to 29.7°C / 85.5°F in April, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in (December) to 1338 mm / 52.7 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dawei, Tanintharyi, Myanmar's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Dawei's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.4°C79.5°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 27.4°C81.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 28.4°C83.1°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.1°C79°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dawei?
The best time to visit Dawei for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 29.7°C / 85.5°F, and the driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dawei's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Dawei?
The rainy season at Dawei, Tanintharyi runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 307 mm / 12.1 in. The wettest single month is August (1338 mm / 52.7 in).
What is the driest month in Dawei?
The driest month in Dawei is December, averaging about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.1°C / 79°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Dawei?
The least comfortable months for travel to Dawei — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, June, July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 1338 mm / 52.7 in in August, and the coldest month averages 26.1°C / 79°F.
Is Dawei climate different from Myanmar overall?
Yes, usually. Our Dawei figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Myanmar figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Dawei specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.