Kunming in May
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
15Rainy days (140 mm)
13:13 hDaylight
06:29Sunrise · 19:42 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 4°C | 36 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.2 |
| February | 17°C | 6°C | 29 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 21°C | 9°C | 42 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.1 |
| April | 24°C | 13°C | 69 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 140 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| June | 24°C | 17°C | 278 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 24°C | 18°C | 277 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 24°C | 17°C | 235 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 22°C | 15°C | 164 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 20°C | 12°C | 114 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| November | 17°C | 8°C | 32 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 14°C | 5°C | 23 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kunming in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Kunming?
The best months are March, April, February, November.