City in Yunnan, China
Kunming weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kunming
Spring and autumn are mild and sunny. Jun–Aug brings daily rain and cool evenings; winters are dry and sunny but chilly at night.
Kunming weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°20 mm
- Feb18°8 mm
- Mar22°15 mm
- Apr25°28 mm
- May27°77 mm
- Jun27°144 mm
- Jul26°177 mm
- Aug26°155 mm
- Sep25°103 mm
- Oct22°68 mm
- Nov19°21 mm
- Dec15°12 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C59°F | 2°C35°F | 20 mm | 74% | Cool |
| February | 18°C65°F | 4°C38°F | 8 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| March | 22°C71°F | 7°C44°F | 15 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C76°F | 11°C51°F | 28 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C80°F | 14°C57°F | 77 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 16°C61°F | 144 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C80°F | 16°C62°F | 177 mm | 75% | Rainy |
| August | 26°C80°F | 16°C60°F | 155 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 14°C58°F | 103 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 11°C52°F | 68 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C66°F | 6°C44°F | 21 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C59°F | 3°C37°F | 12 mm | 78% | 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 Kunming?
Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Spring and autumn are mild and sunny. Jun–Aug brings daily rain and cool evenings; winters are dry and sunny but chilly at night.
When is the rainy season in Kunming?
Rain peaks in July with about 177 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Kunming?
June, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
How cold does Kunming get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 2°C (35°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 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.