Kunming, ChinaQuick decision
When to visit Kunming?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
54°F–77°F in April
🌧 Least rain
32% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
January (24%)
📅 Best score
8.0/10
Monthly climate data
Kunming weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 39°F | 59°F | 24% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 7.0/10 | 4.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 41°F | 64°F | 23% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 7.2/10 | 4.9/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 46°F | 72°F | 21% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 7.9/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 54°F | 77°F | 32% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 8.0/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 57°F | 79°F | 45% | 0.2in | 11.9h | 7.8/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 61°F | 75°F | 82% | 0.4in | 10.0h | 7.0/10 | 2.6/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 61°F | 75°F | 86% | 0.4in | 10.5h | 7.0/10 | 2.6/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 61°F | 75°F | 83% | 0.3in | 10.6h | 7.0/10 | 2.7/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 59°F | 73°F | 74% | 0.2in | 10.0h | 7.0/10 | 2.9/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 54°F | 68°F | 62% | 0.2in | 9.0h | 7.0/10 | 3.3/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 45°F | 64°F | 30% | 0.1in | 9.3h | 7.1/10 | 4.4/10 |
| ⛅ December | 41°F | 61°F | 19% | 0.0in | 8.4h | 7.0/10 | 4.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 24°F, 33% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 24°F, 84% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 20°F, 55% rainy days, 9.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 16°F, 22% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: January (ski score 4.9/10). For hiking/suiner: April (8.0/10, 25°F).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 4.8/10. Cold temperatures (15°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In April, temperatures average 25°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
January is the wettest month with 24% rainy days.
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