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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Kunming has a subtropical highland climate, classified as Cwb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is April with an average high of 24°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 5°C. The annual temperature range of 19°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is December with only 5 rain days and 24mm of precipitation. For travellers, December through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 70% to 70% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Kunming are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
24°C
April
Coldest Month
5°C
January
Driest Month
5 days
December
Annual Range
19°C
5° to 24°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 5°C | 5 | 9h | View |
| February | 17°C | 7°C | 5 | 10h | View |
| March | 21°C | 10°C | 7 | 10h | View |
| April | 24°C | 13°C | 9 | 11h | View |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 15 | 10h | View |
| June | 24°C | 17°C | 24 | 9h | View |
| July | 23°C | 17°C | 27 | 9h | View |
| August | 23°C | 16°C | 25 | 9h | View |
| September | 22°C | 15°C | 21 | 9h | View |
| October | 19°C | 12°C | 17 | 8h | View |
| November | 17°C | 8°C | 7 | 8h | View |
| December | 14°C | 5°C | 5 | 8h | View |
January
5 rain days, 9h sun
February
5 rain days, 10h sun
March
7 rain days, 10h sun
April
9 rain days, 11h sun
May
15 rain days, 10h sun
June
24 rain days, 9h sun
July
27 rain days, 9h sun
August
25 rain days, 9h sun
September
21 rain days, 9h sun
October
17 rain days, 8h sun
November
7 rain days, 8h sun
December
5 rain days, 8h sun
Kunming in April
Data Sources for Kunming
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.