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Kunming weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
14°C – 26°C
🌧 Rainy days
45% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (8.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Kunming in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 26°C.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Kunming in May: 26°C and 11.9h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Kunming in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Kunming. Temperatures rise (26°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 45% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 4°C | 15°C | 24% | 1.6 | 9.7h | 7.0/10 | 4.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 5°C | 18°C | 23% | 1.0 | 10.8h | 7.2/10 | 4.9/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 8°C | 22°C | 21% | 1.0 | 11.1h | 7.9/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 12°C | 25°C | 32% | 2.0 | 11.9h | 8.0/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 14°C | 26°C | 45% | 4.5 | 11.9h | 7.8/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 16°C | 24°C | 82% | 9.1 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 | 2.6/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 16°C | 24°C | 86% | 9.0 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 | 2.6/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 16°C | 24°C | 83% | 8.2 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 | 2.7/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 15°C | 23°C | 74% | 6.3 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 | 2.9/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 12°C | 20°C | 62% | 4.2 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 | 3.3/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 7°C | 18°C | 30% | 1.5 | 9.3h | 7.1/10 | 4.4/10 |
| ⛅ December | 5°C | 16°C | 19% | 0.9 | 8.4h | 7.0/10 | 4.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Kunming averages 26°C, 45% rainy days and 11.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.8/10.
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Comparison
May vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 8.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -13%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Kunming in May
Is May a good time to visit Kunming?
Yes, May is a good time (7.8/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Kunming in May?
With 26°C max and 11.9h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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