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Kunming Weather in September

Kunming Weather in September

Written by Sunny XieUpdated Oct. 11, 2021

Weather: In September the average low and high temperatures are respectively 15 °C (59 °F) and 23 °C (73 °F). It rains less than in the summer, and the weather is fine. There is only about 120 mm of total rainfall, and it rains about 16 days of the month.

Clothing: T-shirts and long trousers are appropriate for sunny days in September, and with a moderate wind, it is not too hot or too cool. On rainy days, a light coat, rain gear, and long trousers are recommended. Wear water resistant shoes with good traction. Ultraviolet radiation is strong, so wear a hat and protect your skin on sunny days when you go outdoors. Check Kunming's current weather and forecast>>

Things to Do in September

Experience Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival is the second biggest holiday in China, and it is in the middle or end of September more than 2/3 of the years. It often falls near the October 1 National Day holidays and so becomes a part of the "golden week" holidays. It's the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese lunar calendar.

Though there are large crowds, you'll also be able to experience the festivities and the traditional celebrations of the ethnic people. The local moon cakes and the cassia and chrysanthemum teas are a special treat tourists should try. Moon cakes are small fruitcakes that are made from the fruits and nuts of harvest time. Cassia tea makes you feel mellow, and chrysanthemum tea makes you feel energetic.

Go Souvenir Shopping

Local shopping opportunities: The main shopping streets are easily reached in the downtown part of the city, and they are in close proximity. Dongfeng Road, Qingnian Road, and Zhengyi Road each have malls and small shops. The malls have modern foreign brands, and many of the shops sell locally produced crafts products. You can get inexpensive artistic and beautiful Sani handbags. Other superb local products include wax print artworks, wax print clothing, and fabrics. The area is also known for great herbal teas and varieties of green and brown teas.

See the Harvest at Dongchuan

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During the harvest time in Dongchuan, the white rapeseed flowers contrast strikingly with the reds, greens, and browns of the fields and earth. You might see white and red stripes, or a field with colorful patches. 

In this rural area, the peasant farmers still work the plots with animals. The area is a three hour drive from Kunming. It is called the 'Redlands' because the ground is unusually red. It is a place to photograph a rustic, rural part of China, enjoy the scenery, and have hearty Chinese food.

On the road to Dongchuan, you'll travel past mountains, streams, towns and small villages. Once there, you'll see carts pulled by donkeys, oxen, and other animals. It is good place for a day excursion.

Hike in Stone Forest Park

When the weather is good, Stone Forest Park, about 1.5 hours away from Kunming, is a good place to hike. It is one of Kunming's main natural highlights. It is a listed UNESCO geopark known for its unusual karsk geology. But it isn't a good place to hike when it is raining when the paths might be slippery.

The geopark has amazing geological features. Within several square miles, you can see stone pillars, ravines, pits, and caves. Some places in the park look like a conifer forest. Lion Pavilion (Shizi Ting) is a place to walk to for a panoramic view of the area. It is the highest point in the park. Wear shoes with good traction because a slip might be dangerous.

Touring Kunming in September — High Travel Season

September is a heavy travel month, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival and at the end of the month before the October 1 National Day "Golden Week" holidays. During these times, the attractions are very crowded.

The prices for hotel accommodations, flight tickets and train tickets are much higher than usual. Unless you want to experience the holidays, it would be best to avoid visiting during these dates. We can help find your hotel rooms and get your tickets so that you won't have to stand in lines or try to book remotely.

Our Most Popular Kunming Tours

If you are planning a tour to Kunming, consider September as the weather is quite pleasant. Enjoy a delightful and worry-free tour with China Highlights. Just tell us your interests and requirements; we will take care of the rest.

  • 3-Day Essence of Kunming Tour: — including the spectacular landscape of the Stone Forest and the largest Buddhist complex in Yuantong Temple
  • 8-Day Shangri-La Tour: — including a variety of attractions ranging from ancient towns to snowy mountains, and from one of the world’s deepest canyons to notable limestone "forest" formations

Our tours can be modified as per your requests. Customize a tour and discover Kunming in your own way.

 

Kunming Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
September   1 73 °F 22.78 °C 59 °F 15 °C
September   2 73 °F 22.78 °C 59 °F 15 °C
September   3 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   4 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   5 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   6 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   7 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   8 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   9 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   10 73 °F 22.78 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   11 72 °F 22.22 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
September   12 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   13 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   14 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   15 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   16 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   17 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   18 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   19 72 °F 22.22 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
September   20 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   21 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   22 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   23 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   24 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   25 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   26 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   27 71 °F 21.67 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
September   28 71 °F 21.67 °C 55 °F 12.78 °C
September   29 70 °F 21.11 °C 55 °F 12.78 °C
September   30 70 °F 21.11 °C 55 °F 12.78 °C

Kunming Climate Information by Month

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