At a glance
| Metric | Guangzhou | Kunming |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 33°C | 27°C |
| Coldest month low | 12°C | 4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 2198 mm | 1409 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 7.7 h/day | 9.3 h/day |
| Best months | November–January | February–April |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Guangzhou | Kunming | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.5 · Excellent | 7.8 · Good | Guangzhou |
| February | 9.1 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Kunming |
| March | 7.5 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Kunming |
| April | 6.6 · Fair | 9.6 · Excellent | Kunming |
| May | 4.2 · Poor | 8.4 · Good | Kunming |
| June | 3.0 · Poor | 7.5 · Good | Kunming |
| July | 2.4 · Challenging | 7.4 · Good | Kunming |
| August | 2.8 · Challenging | 7.5 · Good | Kunming |
| September | 3.4 · Poor | 7.4 · Good | Kunming |
| October | 8.2 · Good | 7.2 · Good | Guangzhou |
| November | 9.8 · Excellent | 9.1 · Excellent | Guangzhou |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.1 · Good | Guangzhou |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Guangzhou or Kunming?
Kunming has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 4 for Guangzhou — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Guangzhou?
The best months to visit Guangzhou are November–January, 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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