At a glance
| Metric | Chengdu | Kunming |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 31°C | 27°C |
| Coldest month low | 3°C | 4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1104 mm | 1409 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 6.1 h/day | 9.3 h/day |
| Best months | March–May & November | February–April |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Chengdu | Kunming | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.6 · Fair | 7.8 · Good | Kunming |
| February | 6.6 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Kunming |
| March | 8.1 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Kunming |
| April | 8.2 · Good | 9.6 · Excellent | Kunming |
| May | 8.1 · Good | 8.4 · Good | Kunming |
| June | 6.0 · Fair | 7.5 · Good | Kunming |
| July | 3.9 · Poor | 7.4 · Good | Kunming |
| August | 3.8 · Poor | 7.5 · Good | Kunming |
| September | 7.4 · Good | 7.4 · Good | — |
| October | 7.5 · Good | 7.2 · Good | Chengdu |
| November | 8.6 · Excellent | 9.1 · Excellent | Kunming |
| December | 5.8 · Fair | 8.1 · Good | Kunming |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Chengdu or Kunming?
Kunming has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 1 for Chengdu — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Chengdu?
The best months to visit Chengdu are March–May & November, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Kunming?
The best months to visit Kunming are February–April, based on six years of climate data.
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