Kunming weather in December (Yunnan, China)

Planning a trip to Kunming in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Kunming typically experiences moderate temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.

Kunming in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 200 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March and April typically offer the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kunming climate page with graphs.

 

Kunming, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61%  

Where to go in China in December

Find out more about the weather in China in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Kunming in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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