With the title of City of Eternal Spring,
Kunming is a destination suitable for travelling throughout the whole year. However, the best time to visit Kunming is from March to October. One can find a lot of Yunnan ethnic celebrations during these times in addition to many fruits and blossoms within this period of time. Because of this, visiting within this time will take you the most enjoyment and delight.
Travel to Kunming in Spring (March-May)
Spring in Kunming may be blur because of the mild temperature in all year around. One of the characters in spring time may be the sharp changing temperature within one day. So it is better to take a thick coat for this kind of weather.
Average Temperature: Kunming’s spring temperatures are moderate, averaging between 15°C and 25°C, providing a comfortable and pleasant feeling.
Humidity: The relative humidity in Kunming during spring is quite high, usually between 70% and 80%, making it rather humid.
Rainfall: Spring in Kunming sees more rainfall, with frequent showers or continuous rain for several days. It’s best to carry an umbrella or rain gear when going out.
Clothing Tips: The temperature in Kunming during spring can vary greatly. It’s recommended to wear light jackets or long-sleeve shirts paired with thin sweaters. A light warm jacket might be needed in the early morning and evening. Also, due to the frequent rain, remember to bring a foldable umbrella to handle sudden showers.
Travel to Kunming in Summer (June-August)
The summer in Kunming can be long, warm and humid. The sunny days will let you have a good mood in every day. And not very high temperature ensures you can get rid of the summer heat in most parts of China.
► The
Stone Forest is recommended to you in summer days. This site is cooler than the city area.
► Although the temperature is not too high, sum-burn prevention is also should be made since Kunming is located in the highland.
Average Temperature: Summer temperatures in Kunming are relatively high, averaging between 20°C and 30°C. Sometimes the temperature can exceed 30°C, so it’s important to take measures against the heat.
Humidity: The relative humidity in Kunming during summer is quite high, usually between 60% and 80%, giving a humid feeling.
Rainfall: Summer in Kunming sees more rainfall, mostly in the form of short thunderstorms. You might encounter brief showers in the afternoon or evening, so it’s wise to carry a foldable umbrella.
Clothing Tips: Summer temperatures in Kunming are high, so it’s recommended to wear light, breathable clothing such as cool short-sleeve shirts, shorts, and sandals. Additionally, bringing a sunhat, sunglasses, and sunscreen is essential to protect yourself from sun exposure.
Travel to Kunming in Autumn (September-November)
Autumn in Kunming is a peak time for tourists from all over the world. But it is really the most comfortable time with no strong sunlight and no harsh wind.
► During this time, most travelers will plan their Yunnan tour including Kunming,
Lijiang,
Zhongdian (
Shangri-La).
► Hotel rates will be the most expensive and sometimes the rooms are full booking because domestic peak travel time.
Average Temperature: Autumn temperatures in Kunming are very pleasant, averaging between 15°C and 25°C. It might be slightly cooler in the early morning and evening, so it’s recommended to bring a light jacket or thin sweater to handle the temperature difference.
Humidity: Kunming is relatively dry in autumn, with lower humidity, usually between 50% and 70%. Compared to other seasons, you will feel less humidity.
Rainfall: Autumn in Kunming sees less rainfall, with sparse rain. However, occasional brief showers might occur, so it’s advisable to carry a foldable umbrella to handle sudden rain.
Clothing Tips: Autumn temperatures in Kunming are moderate, so it’s recommended to wear long-sleeve thin shirts, long pants, and light jackets. Additionally, bringing a light windbreaker is a good choice to handle the cool early morning and evening.
Travel to Kunming in Winter (December-February)
Although there is no terrible windy day in the winter of Kunming, this city is also lose some colors in this season. In recent years, locals have said Kunming's winters are becoming colder and colder.
► Kunming is a city occasionally snowing in winter. So if visiting in December-February, pack warm. When it rains - it's cold.
► The mountainous geography will make Kunming colder when in the rainy winter.
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Average Temperature: Winter temperatures in Kunming are relatively warm, averaging between 10°C and 20°C. Daytime temperatures are quite comfortable, but it might be slightly cold at night, so it’s recommended to bring a light warm jacket or thick sweater to handle the cold.
Humidity: Kunming is relatively dry in winter, with lower humidity, usually between 50% and 70%. Compared to other seasons, you will feel less humidity.
Rainfall: Winter in Kunming sees less rainfall, but brief showers might still occur. It’s advisable to carry a light umbrella to handle possible rain.
Clothing Tips: Winter temperatures in Kunming are relatively warm, but it might be slightly cold at night. It’s recommended to wear light warm jackets, long-sleeve clothing, and long pants. Additionally, bringing light cold-weather clothing is essential to handle the low temperatures at night.
Climate Data Table for Kunming
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Month Item
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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maximum
temperature
(℃)
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15
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17
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21
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24
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25
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24
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24
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24
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23
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20
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17
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15
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minimum
temperature
(℃)
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2
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4
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7
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10
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14
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17
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17
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16
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14
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12
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7
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3
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Rainfall (mm)
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11.6
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11.2
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15.2
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21.1
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93.0
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183.7
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212.3
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202.3
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119.5
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85.0
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38.6
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13.0
|
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Days of rainfall
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4.4
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4.6
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5.5
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6.8
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12.2
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17.4
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20.3
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19.3
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15.8
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13.0
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7.3
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3.8
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