At a glance
| Metric | Chongqing | Kunming |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 27°C |
| Coldest month low | 6°C | 4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1448 mm | 1409 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 5.9 h/day | 9.3 h/day |
| Best months | March–May & October–November | February–April |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Chongqing | Kunming | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.9 · Poor | 7.8 · Good | Kunming |
| February | 6.7 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Kunming |
| March | 7.8 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Kunming |
| April | 7.1 · Good | 9.6 · Excellent | Kunming |
| May | 7.1 · Good | 8.4 · Good | Kunming |
| June | 5.5 · Fair | 7.5 · Good | Kunming |
| July | 3.3 · Poor | 7.4 · Good | Kunming |
| August | 3.2 · Poor | 7.5 · Good | Kunming |
| September | 5.9 · Fair | 7.4 · Good | Kunming |
| October | 7.1 · Good | 7.2 · Good | Kunming |
| November | 7.7 · Good | 9.1 · Excellent | Kunming |
| December | 5.5 · Fair | 8.1 · Good | Kunming |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Chongqing or Kunming?
Kunming has the better travel weather in 12 of 12 months, versus 0 for Chongqing — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Chongqing?
The best months to visit Chongqing are March–May & October–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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