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Best time to visit Singapore
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
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Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 23-31°C, high humidity with frequent rain showers | high | high |
⚠ High humidity and frequent rain can impact outdoor activities. | |
| February | 24-32°C, less rain, more sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Lunar New Year can fall in late January or early February, affecting crowds and prices. | |
| March | 24-32°C, warm and humid with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
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| April | 25-33°C, hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms | moderate | moderate |
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| May | 25-33°C, very hot and humid with frequent rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Heat and humidity can be intense. | |
| June | 25-32°C, high humidity and frequent rain showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ The Southwest Monsoon season begins, bringing more rain. | |
| July | 25-32°C, humid with regular rainfall | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Southwest Monsoon continues, expect frequent rain. | |
| August | 25-32°C, humid with afternoon thunderstorms | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Still within the Southwest Monsoon period. | |
| September | 24-31°C, high humidity with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
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| October | 24-31°C, humid with frequent rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Northeast Monsoon season begins, bringing more rain. | |
| November | 24-31°C, very wet with frequent heavy rain | low | low |
⚠ Northeast Monsoon is in full swing, expect persistent rain and high humidity. | |
| December | 23-31°C, very wet with heavy showers | high | high |
⚠ Peak holiday season with high prices and crowds, alongside heavy rainfall. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
January/February
Lunar New Year
Vibrant celebrations with lion dances, temple visits, and festive markets.
March
Singapore Food Festival
A celebration of Singapore's diverse culinary scene with food stalls, workshops, and competitions.
May
Vesak Day
A public holiday commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha, observed with temple ceremonies.
June/July
Great Singapore Sale
Annual shopping event with significant discounts across major retail areas.
August
National Day
Singapore's national day, celebrated with parades, fireworks, and community events.
September
Mid-Autumn Festival
Celebrated with lanterns, mooncakes, and family gatherings.
October
Deepavali
The Festival of Lights, marked by colorful decorations, prayers, and feasting, particularly in the Little India district.
November/December
Christmas Light-up
Orchard Road and other areas are adorned with elaborate Christmas decorations and light displays.
Insider timing tips
- •Singapore experiences a tropical rainforest climate with high temperatures and humidity year-round, with distinct wet and dry periods influenced by monsoon seasons.
- •November to January is the wettest period (Northeast Monsoon), characterized by frequent heavy rainfall and high humidity, leading to lower prices and crowds.
- •February to April offers a slightly drier and less humid window, making it ideal for outdoor exploration before the intense heat of May.
- •While 'dry' seasons exist, expect rain showers year-round; they are typically short but intense, often occurring in the afternoon.
- •Major public holidays like Lunar New Year and Christmas can significantly increase crowds and prices, even during typically wetter months.
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