Kunming, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kunming get?

Kunming gets 1011 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 116 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 64% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 220 mm. February is the driest, with 12 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 53 days, to February 23, 2023.

Kunming weather by month

Kunming weather in January

In January, Kunming averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The January record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1974).

Kunming weather in February

In February, Kunming averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The February record high is 27°C (2013) and the record low is -3°C (1971). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in March

In March, Kunming averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2004) and the record low is -5°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in April

In April, Kunming averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (1994) and the record low is 1°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in May

In May, Kunming averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2014) and the record low is 6°C (1990). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in June

In June, Kunming averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 177 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 12% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2023) and the record low is 9°C (2013). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in July

In July, Kunming averages a high of 25°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 220 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The July record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is 12°C (1973).

Kunming weather in August

In August, Kunming averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 196 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The August record high is 31°C (2005) and the record low is 10°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in September

In September, Kunming averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2010) and the record low is 6°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in October

In October, Kunming averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in November

In November, Kunming averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (2002) and the record low is -3°C (1971). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kunming weather in December

In December, Kunming averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (1998) and the record low is -8°C (1983).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kunming

March is the sunniest month in Kunming, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 12%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Kunming is cloudier than 61% of China.

Humidity peaks in October at 81% and is lowest in March at 42%.

First and last freeze in Kunming

The first fall freeze in Kunming typically comes around December 16, and the last spring freeze around January 31. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 319 days.

Kunming weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kunming station is 33°C, on May 25, 2014. The coldest is -8°C, on December 29, 1983.

The wettest day on record brought 165 mm of rain, on June 7, 1986.

42 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Kunming

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to November, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 12°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 12°C.

Kunming climate questions

How much rain does Kunming get?

Kunming gets 1011 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 116 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kunming?

July is the wettest month in Kunming, with 220 mm. February is the driest, with 12 mm.

How many rainy days does Kunming have a year?

Kunming has about 116 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Kunming?

May is the warmest month in Kunming, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Kunming?

January is the coldest month in Kunming, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kunming?

The record high at the Kunming station is 33°C, set on May 25, 2014. The record low is -8°C, on December 29, 1983.

What is the sunniest month in Kunming?

March is the sunniest month in Kunming, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kunming?

The first fall freeze in Kunming typically comes around December 16. The last spring freeze is around January 31.

What is the best time to visit Kunming?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to November, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.