Climate Insights for Mandalay

Mahaaungmyay District, Myanmar

Hottest
April
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
15°C low59°F low
Wettest
August
171 mm rain6.7 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mandalay is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 987 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 171 mm of rainfall. Mandalay is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Mandalay is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 38.9 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 6.7 in of rainfall. Mandalay is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 59°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 15°FebMax: 33°Average: 24°Min: 17°MarMax: 37°Average: 28°Min: 21°AprMax: 39°Average: 32°Min: 26°MayMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 27°JunMax: 34°Average: 30°Min: 27°JulMax: 34°Average: 30°Min: 27°AugMax: 33°Average: 29°Min: 26°SepMax: 33°Average: 29°Min: 26°OctMax: 33°Average: 29°Min: 25°NovMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°DecMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 91°FAverage: 75°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 98°FAverage: 83°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 102°FAverage: 89°FMin: 79°FMayMax: 98°FAverage: 88°FMin: 80°FJunMax: 94°FAverage: 86°FMin: 80°FJulMax: 93°FAverage: 86°FMin: 80°FAugMax: 91°FAverage: 85°FMin: 79°FSepMax: 92°FAverage: 85°FMin: 79°FOctMax: 91°FAverage: 83°FMin: 77°FNovMax: 89°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Mandalay vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Mandalay vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 89°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 14mmFebPrecipitation: 1mmMarPrecipitation: 8mmAprPrecipitation: 34mmMayPrecipitation: 147mmJunPrecipitation: 122mmJulPrecipitation: 146mmAugPrecipitation: 171mmSepPrecipitation: 145mmOctPrecipitation: 148mmNovPrecipitation: 43mmDecPrecipitation: 8mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.3inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inMayPrecipitation: 5.8inJunPrecipitation: 4.8inJulPrecipitation: 5.8inAugPrecipitation: 6.7inSepPrecipitation: 5.7inOctPrecipitation: 5.8inNovPrecipitation: 1.7inDecPrecipitation: 0.3in
Precipitation

Mandalay is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 987 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 82 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 171 mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1 mm. That's 170 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Mandalay is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 6.7 in of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0 in. That's 6.7 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Mandalay is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Mandalay is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar28°83°F
Apr32°89°F
May31°88°F
Jun30°86°F
Jul30°86°F
Aug29°85°F
Sep29°85°F
Oct29°83°F
Nov26°78°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Mandalay is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 8 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mandalay is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 102°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mandalay based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mandalay based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C59 °F
29 °C84 °F
6 km/h3 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
33 °C91 °F
6 km/h4 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
37 °C98 °F
7 km/h4 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
26 °C79 °F
39 °C102 °F
8 km/h5 mph
34 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
27 °C80 °F
37 °C98 °F
9 km/h6 mph
147 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
27 °C80 °F
34 °C94 °F
14 km/h9 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
27 °C80 °F
34 °C93 °F
14 km/h9 mph
146 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C79 °F
33 °C91 °F
12 km/h7 mph
171 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
26 °C79 °F
33 °C92 °F
8 km/h5 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
25 °C77 °F
33 °C91 °F
6 km/h3 mph
148 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
32 °C89 °F
5 km/h3 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in