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Lincang, 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 Lincang, Yunnan?
Lincang, Yunnan gets 1141 mm of precipitation a year over about 146 rainy days. April is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low 6°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Lincang, Yunnan has warm summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 20°C in December to 27°C in May. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 6° | 21° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 13° | 27° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 19° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 14° | 24° |
How much rain does Lincang get?
Lincang gets 1141 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 146 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 85% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 259 mm. December is the driest, with 12 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 25.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to February 25, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Lincang got 383 mm of rain, against a normal of 1141 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 150 mm.
Lincang weather by month
Lincang weather in January
In January, Lincang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 26°C (2014) and the record low is -1°C (1974). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lincang weather in February
In February, Lincang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 28°C (1999) and the record low is 2°C (1977). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lincang weather in March
In March, Lincang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 31°C (2010) and the record low is 1°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lincang weather in April
In April, Lincang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 4°C (1970).
Lincang weather in May
In May, Lincang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 10°C (2006).
Lincang weather in June
In June, Lincang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 154 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 11% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 12°C (2013).
Lincang weather in July
In July, Lincang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 259 mm of precipitation over about 25 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 33°C (1973) and the record low is 14°C (1989).
Lincang weather in August
In August, Lincang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 225 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 10% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (2007) and the record low is 14°C (1972).
Lincang weather in September
In September, Lincang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 144 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 31°C (2006) and the record low is 11°C (2007). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lincang weather in October
In October, Lincang averages a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (2009) and the record low is 7°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lincang weather in November
In November, Lincang averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (2014) and the record low is 2°C (1971). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lincang weather in December
In December, Lincang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 26°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (1999). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lincang
February is the sunniest month in Lincang, with estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 9%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 42% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Lincang is cloudier than 60% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 86% and is lowest in March at 46%.
Lincang has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Lincang is cooler than 89% of China.
Lincang weather records
These records cover LINCANG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Lincang station is 35°C, on May 31, 2023. The coldest is -1°C, on January 2, 1974.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 97 mm of precipitation, on August 27, 1974.
31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Lincang
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 6°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 13°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 19°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 14°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6° | 21° | 26 mm | 3 | 63% | 68% | 26° | -1° |
| February | 7° | 23° | 15 mm | 3 | 54% | 72% | 28° | 2° |
| March | 11° | 26° | 20 mm | 5 | 46% | 70% | 31° | 1° |
| April | 13° | 27° | 43 mm | 9 | 52% | 63% | 32° | 4° |
| May | 16° | 27° | 99 mm | 15 | 68% | 43% | 35° | 10° |
| June | 19° | 27° | 154 mm | 21 | 80% | 11% | 35° | 12° |
| July | 19° | 26° | 259 mm | 25 | 84% | 9% | 33° | 14° |
| August | 19° | 27° | 225 mm | 23 | 86% | 10% | 32° | 14° |
| September | 18° | 26° | 144 mm | 18 | 82% | 18% | 31° | 11° |
| October | 15° | 24° | 107 mm | 15 | 83% | 26% | 29° | 7° |
| November | 10° | 22° | 37 mm | 6 | 73% | 57% | 28° | 2° |
| December | 7° | 21° | 12 mm | 4 | 71% | 57% | 26° | -1° |
Station: LINCANG, 15 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Lincang climate questions
How much rain does Lincang get?
Lincang gets 1141 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 146 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Lincang?
July is the wettest month in Lincang, with 259 mm. December is the driest, with 12 mm.
How many rainy days does Lincang have a year?
Lincang has about 146 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 25.
What is the hottest month in Lincang?
April is the warmest month in Lincang, with an average high of 27°C.
What is the coldest month in Lincang?
January is the coldest month in Lincang, with an average low of 6°C.
What is the record high temperature in Lincang?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Lincang station is 35°C, set on May 31, 2023. The record low is -1°C, on January 2, 1974.
What is the sunniest month in Lincang?
February is the sunniest month in Lincang, with estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Lincang?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.