Ngwesaung, Myanmar: vitamin D, best months and travel guide
Long quiet beach within reach of Yangon. Best for: weekenders, couples.
The best months for vitamin D in Ngwesaung are November to May, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday. Rainy or stormy from June to October.
Ngwesaung month by month
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 7.2 h | 6.8 | 8 min | 27°C | 0/30 |
| February | Excellent | 7.9 h | 7.7 | 7 min | 27°C | 0/30 |
| March | Excellent | 8.4 h | 8.6 | 6 min | 27°C | 0/30 |
| April | Excellent | 8.7 h | 9.0 | 6 min | 30°C | 0/30 |
| May | Excellent | 8.4 h | 8.4 | 6 min | 31°C | 11/30 |
| June | Bad weather | 6.1 h | 6.8 | 8 min | 29°C | 30/30 |
| July | Bad weather | 4.9 h | 6.1 | 9 min | 28°C | 30/30 |
| August | Bad weather | 5.7 h | 6.5 | 8 min | 28°C | 28/30 |
| September | Bad weather | 6.3 h | 6.8 | 8 min | 28°C | 27/30 |
| October | Bad weather | 6.4 h | 6.6 | 8 min | 30°C | 23/30 |
| November | Good | 6.5 h | 6.3 | 8 min | 30°C | 7/30 |
| December | Good | 6.7 h | 6.2 | 9 min | 29°C | 0/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
What to expect in Ngwesaung
Long quiet beach within reach of Yangon. A dry, warm season from November to February and a wet monsoon from May to October. Governments currently advise against travel because of armed conflict, so this guide is for reference only.
In Ngwesaung afternoon highs average from 27°C in February to 31°C in May. The wettest month is June (about 30 rainy days out of 30) and the driest is December (0). Midday UV peaks at 9.0 in April, which is very strong, so protect your skin.
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Questions about Ngwesaung
When is the best time to visit Ngwesaung for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in Ngwesaung are November to May, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday.
What is the weather like in Ngwesaung?
Afternoon highs average from 27°C in February to 31°C in May. The wettest month is June, with about 30 rainy days out of 30.
Which months should I avoid in Ngwesaung?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is rainy or stormy from June to October.