Chiang Mai vs Yangon

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Chiang Mai edges ahead as the better destination in September. Chiang Mai offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 24 rain days, while Yangon sees 7 sunshine hours and 29 rain days.

Chiang Mai can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Yangon runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Chiang Mai is the stronger choice in September. Chiang Mai receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Chiang Mai reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Yangon averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in September.

Chiang Mai receives approximately 240 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during September. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Yangon sees 361 mm over 29 rain days. That makes Chiang Mai the drier option by 5 rain days and 121 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.