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Chuxiong, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Chuxiong, Yunnan?
Chuxiong, Yunnan gets 890 mm of precipitation a year over about 106 rainy days. May is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Chuxiong, Yunnan has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 17°C in December to 27°C in June. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 5° | 18° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 13° | 25° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 26° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 13° | 22° |
How much rain does Chuxiong get?
Chuxiong gets 890 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 106 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 56% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 198 mm. December is the driest, with 9 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to February 23, 2023.
Chuxiong weather by month
Chuxiong weather in January
In January, Chuxiong averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1974). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in February
In February, Chuxiong averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1985). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in March
In March, Chuxiong averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 30°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in April
In April, Chuxiong averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 32°C (1996) and the record low is 2°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in May
In May, Chuxiong averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1982). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in June
In June, Chuxiong averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 137 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 13% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (2014) and the record low is 11°C (1979).
Chuxiong weather in July
In July, Chuxiong averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 198 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 13% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 13°C (1989).
Chuxiong weather in August
In August, Chuxiong averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 187 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (2016) and the record low is 12°C (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in September
In September, Chuxiong averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is 8°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in October
In October, Chuxiong averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1981) and the record low is 3°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in November
In November, Chuxiong averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 26°C (1998) and the record low is -3°C (1971). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chuxiong weather in December
In December, Chuxiong averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 26°C (1998) and the record low is -5°C (1982). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chuxiong
March is the sunniest month in Chuxiong, with estimated sunshine of 71% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 13%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Chuxiong is cloudier than 54% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 78% and is lowest in March at 34%.
Chuxiong has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Chuxiong is cooler than 92% of China.
First and last freeze in Chuxiong
The first fall freeze in Chuxiong typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around February 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 310 days.
Chuxiong weather records
These records cover CHUXIONG during 1970–2023. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Chuxiong station is 33°C, on May 28, 2005. The coldest is -5°C, on December 28, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 174 mm of precipitation, on June 17, 2003.
34 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Chuxiong
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 5°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4° | 17° | 22 mm | 4 | 57% | 67% | 27° | -4° |
| February | 6° | 19° | 11 mm | 3 | 46% | 69% | 27° | -4° |
| March | 9° | 23° | 14 mm | 5 | 34% | 71% | 30° | -3° |
| April | 13° | 26° | 25 mm | 5 | 39% | 65% | 32° | 2° |
| May | 16° | 27° | 75 mm | 10 | 52% | 47% | 33° | 7° |
| June | 18° | 27° | 137 mm | 13 | 68% | 13% | 33° | 11° |
| July | 18° | 26° | 198 mm | 18 | 76% | 13% | 32° | 13° |
| August | 18° | 26° | 187 mm | 18 | 78% | 19% | 32° | 12° |
| September | 16° | 24° | 114 mm | 14 | 76% | 22% | 31° | 8° |
| October | 13° | 22° | 69 mm | 10 | 77% | 30% | 28° | 3° |
| November | 8° | 19° | 28 mm | 4 | 65% | 59% | 26° | -3° |
| December | 5° | 17° | 9.4 mm | 3 | 66% | 55% | 26° | -5° |
Station: CHUXIONG, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2023; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Chuxiong climate questions
How much rain does Chuxiong get?
Chuxiong gets 890 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 106 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Chuxiong?
July is the wettest month in Chuxiong, with 198 mm. December is the driest, with 9 mm.
How many rainy days does Chuxiong have a year?
Chuxiong has about 106 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Chuxiong?
May is the warmest month in Chuxiong, with an average high of 27°C.
What is the coldest month in Chuxiong?
January is the coldest month in Chuxiong, with an average low of 4°C.
What is the record high temperature in Chuxiong?
Within the available 1970–2023 station history, the record high at the Chuxiong station is 33°C, set on May 28, 2005. The record low is -5°C, on December 28, 1982.
What is the sunniest month in Chuxiong?
March is the sunniest month in Chuxiong, with estimated sunshine of 71% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Chuxiong?
The first fall freeze in Chuxiong typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around February 7.
What is the best time to visit Chuxiong?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.