Lushui, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Lushui, Yunnan gets 1500 mm of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. May is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Lushui climate at a glance

Subtropical highland climate

Lushui, Yunnan has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 17°C in January to 25°C in August. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Lushui get?

Lushui gets 1500 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 99% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 297 mm. December is the driest, with 13 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 27.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 61 days, to February 26, 2023.

Lushui weather by month

Lushui weather in January

In January, Lushui averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The January record high is 23°C (2005) and the record low is -4°C (1985).

Lushui weather in February

In February, Lushui averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (1999) and the record low is -3°C (1971). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in March

In March, Lushui averages a high of 22°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2010) and the record low is -2°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in April

In April, Lushui averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1999) and the record low is 2°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in May

In May, Lushui averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 156 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2012) and the record low is 8°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in June

In June, Lushui averages a high of 24°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 223 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. The June record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is 12°C (2013). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in July

In July, Lushui averages a high of 23°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 297 mm of precipitation over about 27 rainy days. The sun is out about 5% of daylight hours. The July record high is 31°C (2009) and the record low is 13°C (1988).

Lushui weather in August

In August, Lushui averages a high of 24°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 272 mm of precipitation over about 25 rainy days. The sun is out about 8% of daylight hours. The August record high is 31°C (2006) and the record low is 13°C (1972). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in September

In September, Lushui averages a high of 24°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 196 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 11% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 10°C (1984). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in October

In October, Lushui averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 137 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2009) and the record low is 4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in November

In November, Lushui averages a high of 20°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (1971). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lushui weather in December

In December, Lushui averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The December record high is 22°C (2022) and the record low is -2°C (1978). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lushui

December is the sunniest month in Lushui, with sunshine about 66% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 5%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Lushui is cloudier than 77% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 86% and is lowest in March at 69%.

First and last freeze in Lushui

The first fall freeze in Lushui typically comes around December 17, and the last spring freeze around February 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 319 days.

Lushui weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Lushui station is 32°C, on May 26, 2012. The coldest is -4°C, on January 16, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 113 mm of rain, on October 9, 2015.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Lushui

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January26 mm470%59%23°-4°
February28 mm570%56%26°-3°
March39 mm969%56%28°-2°
April78 mm1375%43%29°
May156 mm1780%26%32°
June223 mm2384%9%31°12°
July297 mm2786%5%31°13°
August272 mm2586%8%31°13°
September196 mm2084%11%32°10°
October137 mm1382%24%29°
November37 mm569%60%25°
December13 mm369%66%22°-2°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Lushui climate questions

How much rain does Lushui get?

Lushui gets 1500 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Lushui?

July is the wettest month in Lushui, with 297 mm. December is the driest, with 13 mm.

How many rainy days does Lushui have a year?

Lushui has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 27.

What is the hottest month in Lushui?

May is the warmest month in Lushui, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Lushui?

January is the coldest month in Lushui, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Lushui?

The record high at the Lushui station is 32°C, set on May 26, 2012. The record low is -4°C, on January 16, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Lushui?

December is the sunniest month in Lushui, with sunshine about 66% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Lushui?

The first fall freeze in Lushui typically comes around December 17. The last spring freeze is around February 1.

What is the best time to visit Lushui?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station TENGCHONG (87 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station TENGCHONG.