Town in Yunnan, China
Dali weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Dali
Spring and autumn are mild and sunny. Jun–Aug is rainy; Dec–Feb is dry with cold nights. Golden Week and Spring Festival are packed.
Dali weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°23 mm
- Feb17°18 mm
- Mar21°19 mm
- Apr23°36 mm
- May26°84 mm
- Jun26°110 mm
- Jul25°184 mm
- Aug25°195 mm
- Sep23°128 mm
- Oct21°85 mm
- Nov18°14 mm
- Dec15°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C58°F | 1°C34°F | 23 mm | 66% | Cool |
| February | 17°C63°F | 3°C38°F | 18 mm | 60% | Cool |
| March | 21°C69°F | 6°C44°F | 19 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C74°F | 10°C50°F | 36 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C78°F | 13°C55°F | 84 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C79°F | 15°C60°F | 110 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 16°C60°F | 184 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| August | 25°C76°F | 16°C60°F | 195 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| September | 23°C74°F | 14°C58°F | 128 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 11°C52°F | 85 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C64°F | 6°C43°F | 14 mm | 76% | Cool |
| December | 15°C59°F | 2°C36°F | 10 mm | 73% | Cool |
Best months across China
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Shanghai | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Xi'an | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Chengdu | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Guilin | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Chongqing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Shenzhen | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (30°C) |
| Guangzhou | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (32°C) |
| Hangzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Zhangjiajie | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Yangshuo | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Lijiang | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jun (25°C) |
| Suzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Harbin | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Jul (29°C) |
| Sanya | Nov–Mar | May (32°C) |
| Xiamen | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Dali | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (26°C) |
| Lhasa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (24°C) |
| Huangshan | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Kunming | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jun (27°C) |
| Qingdao | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Nanjing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Shangri-La | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (21°C) |
| Jiuzhaigou | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Changsha | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Pingyao | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Dunhuang | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Kashgar | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Wuhan | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Tianjin | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Dali?
Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Spring and autumn are mild and sunny. Jun–Aug is rainy; Dec–Feb is dry with cold nights. Golden Week and Spring Festival are packed.
When is the rainy season in Dali?
Rain peaks in August with about 195 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Dali?
June, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Dali get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 1°C (34°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.