Best Time to Visit Pathein, Ayeyarwady, Myanmar
Pathein is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Pathein for sunny, dry weather is December–April — 5 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 23.9°C / 75°F in January to 30°C / 86°F in April, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (January) to 662 mm / 26.1 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Pathein, Ayeyarwady, Myanmar's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Pathein'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 | 23.9°C75°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 25.7°C78.3°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 28°C82.4°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 30°C86°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 24.5°C76.1°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pathein?
The best time to visit Pathein for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 30°C / 86°F, and the driest is January with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Pathein's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Pathein?
The rainy season at Pathein, Ayeyarwady runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 202 mm / 8 in. The wettest single month is August (662 mm / 26.1 in).
What is the driest month in Pathein?
The driest month in Pathein is January, averaging about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.9°C / 75°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Pathein?
The least comfortable months for travel to Pathein — 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 662 mm / 26.1 in in August, and the coldest month averages 23.9°C / 75°F.
Is Pathein climate different from Myanmar overall?
Yes, usually. Our Pathein 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 Pathein specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.