Kunming · WinterMonth summary
Kunming weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
41°F – 61°F
🌧 Rainy days
19% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (8.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Kunming in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: December is a good time to visit Kunming. April remains slightly better (+1.0 pts).
By trip type
Kunming in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
In December, Kunming sees 16°F during the day with 8.4h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. April (8.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | 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
◀ 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 December, Kunming averages 61°F, 19% rainy days and 8.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
December vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 8.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +13%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Kunming in December
Is December a good time to visit Kunming?
Yes, December is a good time (7.0/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Kunming in December?
With 61°F max and 8.4h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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