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Kunming Climate Information
Kunming is located in the low-latitude monsoon climate zone, with warm and comfortable weather throughout the year. It is never too cold in winter nor too hot in summer, and flowers bloom all year round, thus Kunming is given the nickname "Spring City". The average yearly temperature is about 15 °C (59 °F). January is the coldest month with average temperature at 8 °C (about 46 °F), while July is the hottest month with average temperature at 18 °C (65 °F). Kunming has abundant rainfall, with annual precipitation at 1101 mm (43 inches). The rainy season lasts from May to October.
The pleasant weather of Kunming makes it suitable for traveling all year round, though tourists prefer the liveliest period from March to October, when there are many festivals and events. (Check out Kunming festivals and events). Have a look at our Kunming tours and choose your time of travel.
Spring
Spring is from March to May. It is cool and dry. The weather is changeable, with very big difference of temperature between day and night. Prepare light sweater and coat for spring.
Summer
Summer is from June to September. It is wet but not very hot. About 60% of the annual rainfall concentrates in summer. The hottest month is July, with daily high temperature generally between 21 °C (70 °F) and 27 °C (80 °F). The difference of temperature between day and night is big, and at night it drops to 15 °C (60 °F) and 18 °C (65 °F). Wear any summer clothes, such as shirts, skirts and shorts, but also prepare a light coat when the temperature is lower at night or if you travel to the mountainous areas. During the rainy season, bring umbrella or raincoat.
Autumn
Autumn is from October to November. The weather is pleasant, dry and cool, with much less rainfall than in summer. The weather is changeable, and temperature may drop suddenly.
Winter
Winter is from December to February. It is mild and sunny most of the time. But it gets cold when it rains. The drizzles seem endless and the humidity makes it feel cold, even thought the temperature is not very low. It rarely snows in Kunming, and even if it does, it is very light. The average low and high temperature is 4 °C (39 °F) and 11 °C (52 °F) in December, 2 °C (36 °F) and 9 °C (48 °F) in January, and 3 °C (37 °F) and 11 °C (52 °F) in February. Prepare thick sweater and overcoat or down jacket, and bring umbrella when traveling in winter.
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Kunming Climate Information by Month
- Kunming Weather in January
- Kunming Weather in February
- Kunming Weather in March
- Kunming Weather in April
- Kunming Weather in May
- Kunming Weather in June
- Kunming Weather in July
- Kunming Weather in August
- Kunming Weather in September
- Kunming Weather in October
- Kunming Weather in November
- Kunming Weather in December
Kunming Average Climate by Month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (ºC) | 15 | 16.67 | 20 | 23.33 | 24.44 | 23.33 | 23.89 | 23.89 | 22.22 | 20 | 17.22 | 15 |
| Low (ºC) | 1.11 | 2.78 | 5 | 8.89 | 13.89 | 16.11 | 16.67 | 15.56 | 13.89 | 11.11 | 6.67 | 2.22 |
| Precip (in) | .5 | .5 | .6 | 1.1 | 3.6 | 6.8 | 8.1 | 8.1 | 4.8 | 3.5 | 1.6 | .5 |
| High (ºF) | 59 | 62 | 68 | 74 | 76 | 74 | 75 | 75 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 59 |
| Low (ºF) | 34 | 37 | 41 | 48 | 57 | 61 | 62 | 60 | 57 | 52 | 44 | 36 |
Kunming Average Monthly Temperatures
Kunming Average Monthly Precipitation (inches)
Dear Flo,
Here is the temperature about Dali, Lijiang and Shangrila.
Dali: 5°C to 18°C
Lijiang:1°C to 15°C
Shangrila:-5°C to 12°C
The temperature varies greatly between day and night. At night, it will be cold. You'd better take cotton-padded clothes and coats with you.
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Dear WS ho,
Based on the former date, the average temperature is about 17-30°C and it usually rains. If you decide to travel Kunming in July, you’d better check the weather on this website: http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101290101.shtml The best time is from September to October. It’s sunny and it’s not too hot.
In addition, we specialize in designing tailor-made China tour. There are some tour packages on our website for reference. Click here: http://www.chinahighlights.com/kunming/tours.htm
If you are interested in our tour, please feel free to let me know your need. I am glad to serve you. My e-mail address is lussie@chinahighlights.com
Hi sue hall
Our travel advisor has contacted you.
Thanks for your support.
February is one of the best seasons in Yunnan especially in Lijiang. It is winter season but with nice sunshine. The temperature is about 28°F-55°F. Sweater and coat is recommended.
Hi,
I think you should bring 1 sweater with you. The temprature is quite different from Morning to the evening.
Thanks for visiting our website. Wish you have a nice journey.
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Hi Claire,
This is Grace. Hops are mainly for producing beer in China. The hopes growing mostly is in the northwest of China, like Xinjiang, Gansu and Inner Mongolia.
Hi! I was in Yunnan about 2 1/2 months ago, and I loved it! I am not sure what the rain condition was now, but I know the big storm in June missed Yunnan completely. I spend a week in Lijiang and a day in Dali, so I can't say I know the place well, but Tiger Leaping Gorge is currently under construction and only a portion (the leaping tiger portion) of the park is accessible (a few km of hiking trail). Supposedly the scenery is better seen from the opposite side, but if you only want a taste of the place, it is still worth a trip. Hope that helps!
Hi,
I think it is fine to visit Yunnan, we do not get any information from our local agency in Yunan regarding to the effect of the flood.
Please feel free to contact us if you need any arrangement or help of your Yunnan tour.
Have a nice day!
Lee
Hello Richard,
August is the rainy season in Yunnan Province. For more detailed info on Yunnan weather, please refer to (http://www.chinahighlights.com/yunnan/weather.htm).
Please prepare raingears when you visit, an umbrella is good, but a raincoat is more convenient if you want to hike or climb mountains.
If you have any questions or need any tour services in China, please feel free to contact us by email (contact@chinahighlights.com), our travel advisors will reply soon within 1 working day.
Hello George,
Welcome to China! You can visit flowers and birds market, Yunnan Museum, West Hill and Yuantong Temple, which are within the city proper. You can also spare about one day to the Stone Forest in suburban Kunming. Please refer to (http://www.chinahighlights.com/kunming/attraction/) for more information about Kunming.
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go to the Stone Forest in suburban Kunming,
