Yunnan Weather

When is the best time to visit Yunnan? The best time to travel in Yunnan is in spring and autumn, especially March to April, and September to November. In spring (March to May), Yunnan has the large daily temperature difference changing from 12 to 20 ℃. The month of May is likely to be the rainiest month. Summer (June to September) and fall (October to November) are the most favorable seasons if you do not want to experience the large temperature difference between daytime and nighttime in spring (March to May) and winter (December to February). Spring and early summer are the best times to see the flora and fauna.
 
Best time to visit Kunming
With the title of City of Eternal Spring, Kunming is a destination suitable for travelling throughout the whole year. However, the best time to visit Kunming is from March to October.
 
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecYear
Average High C (F) 15.4
(60)
17.2
(63
20.7
(69)
23.8
(75)
24.4
(76)
24.1
(75)
24.1
(75)
24.1
(75)
22.7
(73)
20.5
(69)
17.5
(64)
15.1
(59)
20.8
(69)
Average Low C (F) 2.3
(36)
3.6
(38)
6.4
(44)
10.1
(50)
14.3
(58)
16.7
(62)
16.9
(62)
16.2
(61)
14.6
(58)
11.9
(53)
11.9
(53)
3.1
(38)
10.3
(51)
 
 
Best time to visit Lijiang
Lijiang enjoys a temperate climate throughout a year. It's rainy season starts in May and ends in October, with the heaviest rainfall during July and August. Autumn is regarded as the best season to visit Lijiang. Beside the weather, the tourist crowds is another factor for you to decidie the best time to visit Lijiang. Between the end of July and early September may be  the best (least crowded) time for Lijinng Old Town.


Best time to visit Dali
The best time to visit Dali is right from Mar to Oct, from the early springtime to the mid-autumn period. With a moderate climate, Dali is friendly to tourists who could not quickly adapt the weather in China.


Best time to visit Xishuangbanna
Located at the southernmost part of Yunnan, Xishuangbanna is main area of Pu'er Tea production and the most popular destination for tea business trip. It has the warmest climate with annual average temperature at 21℃ and is a little hot and dry in the summer days. Generally speaking, the best time to visit Xishuangbanna is from late autumn to late spring, about from October to the next June.


Best time to visit Shangri-La
In terms of weather, the best time to go to Shangri-La is from March to October. The months from March to August are the best times to see wild flowers in bloom. September and October are also good times, when the leaves of the trees are ablaze with color and snowcapped mountains glisten in the sunlight.


Best time to visit Yuanyang Rice Terraces
If you want to catch the most beautiful terraces scenery, November to next April is the best time to visit Yuanyang. Although there is no distinctive difference of seasons, the daily temperature can be varied from 32 °C to -2.6 °C, so you'd better check the specific weather condition before you tour Yuanyang.