AI-generatedSittwe at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- Apr · 33°
- Warmest sea
- May · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,280 h
- Rain a year
- 2,977 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+6:30
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Sittwe
Sittwe has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,280 hours of sunshine a year, Sittwe is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 9.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Sittwe
The best time to visit Sittwe is from December to February. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to April. In April it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 771 mm.
Sittwe through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Sittwe in the dry season
Oct – May
Good
- 29–33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 52 rainy days in all
Sittwe in the rainy season
Jun – Sep
Poor
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 3.2 h of sun a day
- 119 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – January
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: December – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:1317:55
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:59–06:42 · evening 17:26–18:09
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:50–05:59 · evening 18:09–18:18
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Sittwe compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.4 h |
What is the weather like in Sittwe in October?
In October, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 210 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 43 min06:13 – 17:55
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 61 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 27 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+6:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %40 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Sittwe
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Sittwe: score 89 against 29. In January, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in January. January has 18 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 29 | 89better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 15° |
| Sea | 29.8° | 25.5° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 h | 8.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 19 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 210 mm | 8 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 4better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Sittwe month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
89January29° · Sea 26° · 8.7 h
In January, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in January79February30° · Sea 25° · 9.0 h
In February, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in February68March32° · Sea 27° · 8.9 h
In March, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in March58April33° · Sea 29° · 8.6 h
In April, Sittwe is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 19 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in April24May33° · Sea 30° · 6.2 h
In May, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 273 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in May28June31° · Sea 30° · 3.1 h
In June, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 641 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in June33July30° · Sea 29° · 2.7 h
In July, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 771 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in July32August30° · Sea 29° · 3.0 h
In August, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 594 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in August30September31° · Sea 29° · 4.0 h
In September, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 409 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in September29October32° · Sea 30° · 5.6 h
In October, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 210 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in October69November31° · Sea 29° · 7.5 h
In November, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in November82December29° · Sea 27° · 7.9 h
In December, Sittwe is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Sittwe.
Sittwe in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Sittwe
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (15°), the warmest in May (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 297 days a year, mostly from March to December.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 89 | 29° | 15° | 25.5° | 8.7 h | 1 | 8 |
| FebruaryFeb | 79 | 30° | 16° | 25.1° | 9.0 h | 0 | 2 |
| MarchMar | 68 | 32° | 20° | 26.6° | 8.9 h | 1 | 7 |
| AprilApr | 58 | 33° | 24° | 28.7° | 8.6 h | 4 | 19 |
| MayMay | 24 | 33° | 25° | 29.9° | 6.2 h | 21 | 273 |
| JuneJun | 28 | 31° | 25° | 29.6° | 3.1 h | 30 | 641 |
| JulyJul | 33 | 30° | 24° | 28.9° | 2.7 h | 30 | 771 |
| AugustAug | 32 | 30° | 24° | 28.6° | 3.0 h | 30 | 594 |
| SeptemberSep | 30 | 31° | 24° | 29.1° | 4.0 h | 28 | 409 |
| OctoberOct | 29 | 32° | 24° | 29.8° | 5.6 h | 19 | 210 |
| NovemberNov | 69 | 31° | 21° | 29.0° | 7.5 h | 4 | 31 |
| DecemberDec | 82 | 29° | 17° | 27.2° | 7.9 h | 1 | 12 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
20.15° N, 92.90° E · 5 m · Asia/Yangon
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Sittwe
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.3 – 30.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Sittwe ranges from 25.1 °C in February to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.1 and 30.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.5° | 24.8° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.1° | 24.2° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 26.6° | 25.9° | 27.4° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.7° | 28.2° | 29.3° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.9° | 29.1° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.6° | 28.9° | 30.1° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 28.9° | 28.1° | 29.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 27.7° | 29.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.1° | 28.5° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.8° | 29.3° | 30.3° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.0° | 28.3° | 29.7° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.2° | 26.6° | 27.8° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Sittwe
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.6 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Sittwe, 48 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Sittwe: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Sittwe has about 19 rainy days with 210 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Sittwe
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Sittwe
How breezy and how cloudy Sittwe is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Sittwe typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 61 % of the sky over Sittwe: variable cloud, with about 5.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Sittwe
How often the day gets hot in Sittwe (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Sittwe has about 27 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Sittwe
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Sittwe in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Sittwe has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 86) and its weakest during May half-term (score 25).
- 61
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 25
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
- 32
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 2.9 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 29
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
- 86
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 45 min
- Distance
- 8,490 km
- Time zone
- UTC+6:30
- Jet lag
- About 6 days (6 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Myanmar
- Currency
- Myanmar Kyat (MMK)
- Language
- Burmese
- Sockets
- Type C, D, F, G · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +95
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Sittwe vs Mrauk U
In October the holiday weather in Sittwe and Mrauk U is about equally good (score 29 vs 29). During the day it is about as warm in Mrauk U as in Sittwe. Mrauk U gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Sittwe | Mrauk U |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 29 | 29 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sea | 30° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 19 | 18 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Nov – Jan |
Through the year
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Myanmar in October: the best places
In October, Sittwe ranks 4 of 10 destinations in this country.
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- 2Hakha22°53
- 3Myitkyina31°32
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- 5Mrauk U32°29
- 6Mawlamyine33°29°23
- 7Bago33°22
- 8Yangon33°30°22
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Frequently asked questions about Sittwe
When is the best time to visit Sittwe?
The best time to visit Sittwe is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Sittwe?
The sea temperature in Sittwe ranges from 25.1 °C in February to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Sittwe in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Sittwe?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Sittwe?
The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 771 mm. The driest month is February with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Sittwe get?
Sittwe gets around 2,280 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 9.0 hours a day; in July there are 2.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Sittwe in?
Sittwe is on UTC+6:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Sittwe?
A nonstop flight from London to Sittwe takes about 10 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,490 km.
Which school holidays are best for Sittwe?
Sittwe has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 86) and its weakest during May half-term (score 25). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 61, May half-term 25, summer holidays 32, October half-term 29, Christmas holidays 86.