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Weather & Climate in Yawnghwe, Myanmar
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Yawnghwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,927 feet.
Temperature
61°F Jan (16°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,927 ft (892 m) |
| Area | 877.6 sq mi (2,272.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.6597°N, 96.9338°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
60 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Apr 13, 2025 | 41 km S of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar) | M5.3 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 8 km SW of Nay Pyi Taw, Burma (Myanmar) | M5.1 | 141 km | 10 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 22 km SSW of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar) | M5.1 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2018 | 22 km WNW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar | M4.8 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2025 | 35 km N of Nay Pyi Taw, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.8 | 110 km | 4 km |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 36 km E of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.8 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Mar 28, 2025 | 29 km ESE of Taungdwingyi, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.8 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 2018 | 9 km N of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar | M4.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Apr 11, 2025 | 20 km ENE of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.7 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 2, 2025 | 20 km E of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.7 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Feb 5, 2021 | 83 km ENE of Taunggyi, Myanmar | M4.7 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 2003 | 37 km NNW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar | M4.7 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 2001 | 131 km E of Taunggyi, Myanmar | M4.7 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Jun 8, 2014 | 12 km S of Pyinmana, Myanmar | M4.6 | 139 km | 27 km |
| May 17, 2020 | 12 km NNW of Yamethin, Myanmar | M4.6 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 2025 | 9 km WSW of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.6 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2004 | 25 km WNW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar | M4.5 | 144 km | 10 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 15 km SE of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.5 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Apr 16, 2007 | 19 km W of Yamethin, Myanmar | M4.5 | 105 km | 23 km |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 14 km W of Nay Pyi Taw, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.5 | 141 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2010 | Giri | Category 1 | 63 mph | 284 km |
| 2006 | Mala | Category 1 | — | 283 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popa (177 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popa | Stratovolcano | 1,518 m (4,980 ft) | -442 | 177 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 9.9 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 0.6 in |
Yawnghwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in January to 76°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (0.2").