Best Time to Visit Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar
Myitkyina is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Myitkyina for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 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 17.7°C / 63.9°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in June, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in (January) to 558 mm / 22 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Myitkyina's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 | 17.7°C63.9°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.8°C67.6°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 22.1°C71.8°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 18.3°C64.9°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Myitkyina?
The best time to visit Myitkyina for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is January with about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Myitkyina's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Myitkyina?
The rainy season at Myitkyina, Kachin State runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 130 mm / 5.1 in. The wettest single month is July (558 mm / 22 in).
What is the driest month in Myitkyina?
The driest month in Myitkyina is January, averaging about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.7°C / 63.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Myitkyina?
The least comfortable months for travel to Myitkyina — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 558 mm / 22 in in July, and the coldest month averages 17.7°C / 63.9°F.
Is Myitkyina climate different from Myanmar overall?
Yes, usually. Our Myitkyina 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 Myitkyina specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.