What December feels like in Yangon
December is part of Yangon's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Expect proper heat in the afternoon — slow down between noon and four. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay warm. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Yangon in December
Rain is rare in December — most weeks pass without a wet day. Wet days average about 5.3 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 13.9 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in December
Mid-month, Yangon gets 11 h 8 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:26 am to sunset near 5:34 pm. Days are getting shorter: 13 min less daylight than in mid-November. The sun is out for roughly 97% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How December compares to the rest of the year
In Yangon's temperature order, December sits as the 6th coolest month. Afternoons run 0.4°C (0.7°F) cooler than in November, with 53 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. January averages a high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Yangon in December
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Yangon in December?
Expect around 30.7°C (87.3°F) in the afternoon and 20.7°C (69.3°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Yangon in December?
Hardly — only about 1 rainy days and 5 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Yangon in December?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is December or January better for visiting Yangon?
On our 12-month climate ranking, December comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #2). January has more rainy days.