Myingyan
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Myingyan month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Myingyan are typically January, November and December, with average daytime highs around 28–31°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 38°C), January the coldest (average low 16°C), and September the wettest (about 254 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.6 | 15.8 | 12 | 10.2 |
| February | 31.1 | 17.6 | 0 | 10.8 |
| March | 35.6 | 21.6 | 10 | 10.9 |
| April | 38.2 | 26.0 | 24 | 11.2 |
| May | 36.8 | 27.2 | 113 | 11.4 |
| June | 34.8 | 26.7 | 123 | 10.4 |
| July | 34.5 | 26.5 | 126 | 9.3 |
| August | 33.3 | 26.0 | 184 | 8.9 |
| September | 32.7 | 25.6 | 254 | 9.0 |
| October | 31.8 | 24.5 | 197 | 9.5 |
| November | 30.6 | 21.1 | 42 | 10.3 |
| December | 28.4 | 17.7 | 6 | 10.4 |
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01 · OverviewMyingyan, in brief
Myingyan
Myingyan is a city and district located in the Mandalay Division of central Myanmar. Positioned as the capital of Myingyan Township, the urban area sits along National Highway 2 south of Mandalay.
Valley landscapes and riverbanks
The city rests in the valley of the Ayeyarwady River on its eastern bank. Flat terrain characterizes the northern territory and the immediate river margins, while the landscape further inland transitions into gently undulating slopes.
Volcanic landmarks and rain shadows
Rising to the south-east stands Popa Hill, an extinct volcano featuring a highest peak reaching 4,962 feet (1,512 m) above sea-level. Positioned within the rain shadow of the Arakan Mountains, the locality experiences a hot semi-arid climate (Köppen BSh) as monsoon rains dry during their descent into the central Irrawaddy Basin.
Dry winds and seasonal patterns
Strong south winds sweep across the region from March through September. Annual precipitation averages about 35 inches (890 mm).
Scrubland and agricultural yields
The surrounding geography contains no forests, featuring extensive tracts of low scrubland instead. Local agriculture produces ordinary crops including millet, sesame, cotton, maize, rice, alongside a great variety of peas and beans. Transportation infrastructure connects the city through National Highway 2 and as the head of the branch railway to Thazi and the main line between Yangon and Mandalay. Historical administrative references note its past status as a district in the Meiktila Division of Upper Burma, while institutional records mention Myingyan Prison within the district.
Frequently Asked Questions about Myingyan
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01 · Q&AWhere is Myingyan located and what are its coordinates?
Myingyan is situated in Myanmar at geographic coordinates 21.4600, 95.3884, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Myingyan?
Myingyan has a recorded population of approximately 141,713 and observes the Asia/Yangon time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Myingyan?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Myingyan include MY, with MMK used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Myingyan?
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