September Overview

Another month of change as the rainfall starts to subside and temperatures also drop, although don’t expect snow anytime soon with temperatures remaining in the high 20’s and even early 30’s°C.

Tourist numbers remain very low and much of the country is hard to reach by road and beach resorts remain closed.

(- continued:) September Overview

The central plains to the south of Mandalay are once again the hottest and driest region of the country, with temperatures in the low 30’s°C and minimal rainfall.

Rainfall and temperatures will continue to fall as October approaches.

Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival: (28th Sept - 15th Oct) Set on Inle Lake and one of the most fun festivals of the calendar. Includes 'leg-rowing' boat racing on 15th & 26th Oct.