Chuxiong, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Chuxiong climate at a glance

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.

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. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 71% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 44% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 174 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January22 mm457%67%27°-4°
February11 mm346%69%27°-4°
March14 mm534%71%30°-3°
April25 mm539%65%32°
May75 mm1052%47%33°
June137 mm1368%13%33°11°
July198 mm1876%13%32°13°
August187 mm1878%19%32°12°
September114 mm1476%22%31°
October69 mm1077%30%28°
November28 mm465%59%26°-3°
December9.4 mm366%55%26°-5°

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?

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 sunshine about 71% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station CHUXIONG (4 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station CHUXIONG.