Lincang, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Lincang climate at a glance

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.

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.

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. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 11% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 9%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 97 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January26 mm363%68%26°-1°
February15 mm354%72%28°
March20 mm546%70%31°
April43 mm952%63%32°
May99 mm1568%43%35°10°
June154 mm2180%11%35°12°
July259 mm2584%9%33°14°
August225 mm2386%10%32°14°
September144 mm1882%18%31°11°
October107 mm1583%26%29°
November37 mm673%57%28°
December12 mm471%57%26°-1°

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?

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 sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station LINCANG (15 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station LINCANG.