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Yunnan Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Yunnan, China in July.

Are you planning a trip a to Yunnan, China in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Yunnan in July

Yunnan, China is a region in China. Yunnan, China offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In July, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to very warm, and heavy precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Deqen at 17°C (63°F) to very warm in Jinghong at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Jinghong and 9°C (48°F) in Deqen.

For a closer look at conditions across Yunnan, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Deqen with an average of 222 mm (8.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Tengchong with 477 mm (19 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Lijiang.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Lijiang, you can expect around 134 hours of sunlight in July, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Yunnan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Yunnan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lijiang)

Best Places to Visit in Yunnan in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Yunnan.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Yunnan

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Yunnan, China?

Temperature range in Yunnan (July)

Precipitation variation in Yunnan (July)

Lijiang

In July Lijiang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
134 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
255 mm (10 in)
321 mm (13 in)
284 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Dali

In July Dali generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
271 mm (11 in)
271 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Kunming

In July Kunming generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
124 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
287 mm (11 in)
284 mm (11 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Shangri-La

In July Shangri-La generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Jinghong

In July Jinghong generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
245 mm (9.6 in)
336 mm (13 in)
321 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
24 days
25 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Yunnan, in China.

In our records: China July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in China reached 45°C (113°F) in Nanchang on July 10, 1978.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Yunnan in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lijiang 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 321 mm (13 in)
Dali 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 271 mm (11 in)
Kunming 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 284 mm (11 in)
Shangri-La 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Jinghong 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 336 mm (13 in)
Xishuangbanna 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 342 mm (13 in)

Yunnan weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Yunnan, China in July?

Yunnan, China typically experiences poor weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Lijiang average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Yunnan, China in July?

Average temperatures in Yunnan, China during July range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Lijiang.

Does Yunnan, China get a lot of rain in July?

Yes. July brings heavy rainfall to Yunnan, China, with Lijiang averaging around 321 mm (13 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Yunnan, China?

In our view, July might not be the best time to travel to Yunnan, China with often poor weather in Lijiang.

On average, the best time to visit Yunnan, China is in April with generally perfect weather in Lijiang. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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