Kunming Climate

Having low latitude plateau monsoon climate, Kunming enjoys the fame of 'Spring City' because of its moderate climate. The average annual temperate is 15℃ and yearly precipitation is 1035 mm. The weather of Kunming is never hot in summer and cold in winter. The yearly temperature difference is small but the daily temperature difference is large, up to 12-20℃ in winter and 4-10℃ in summer. There is a saying ' four seasons can be found in one day'.

The annual precipitation can be obviously divided into dry and wet season. The time during May to October is rainy season and November to next April is dry season.

With favorable weather all year round, Kunming is a beautiful city worth traveling, especially from March to October-the best time to visit Kunming when blooming flowers, ripe fruits and festival activities all gather together.

Average Climate by Month

Month Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec.
Average 8.1 9.9 13.2 16.6 19.0 19.9 19.8 19.4 17.8 15.4 11.6 8.2
Max 15.3 17.2 20.7 23.8 24.4 24.1 23.9 24.1 22.7 20.4 17.4 15.1
Mini 2.2 3.6 6.4 10.0 14.3 16.6 16.9 16.2 14.6 11.8 7.3 3.1
Recommend Rate ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★

Seasons to Go

  • Spring (March to May): Because the weather is a bit dry, suggested that tourists drink more water and eat more fruit and vegetables. And pay attention to the large temperature changes between day and night.
  • Summer (June -August): Due to the strong UV radiation and changeable weather,  tourists had better wear sun hats, sun glasses and sunscreen. And drink more water against dry weather and altitude sickness.
  • Autumn (September to October): From May to October is the rainy season in Kunming, if it rains the temperature will be lower, so tourists have better to take a windcoat and light sweater.
  • Winter (November to February): The average temperature in Kunming in the coldest month, which will be 6 degree to 8 degree. People who are easily getting cold would better bring down jacket.

Kunming Weather and Climate describes information with temperature, precipitation, Geography, What Clothes to Wear, weather and climate by month, climate graph, 15 days weather forecast. Find out the best time to visit Kunming and see the season highlights. It also tells you what to wear in different seasons and Clothes packing for your Trip to Kunming.

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