What to pack for Kunming in April
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 51%; max daily wind around 23 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Kunming: February–April. See the full best time to visit Kunming guide.
Kunming in April: the details
In April, Kunming sees average daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall totals roughly 65 mm across 8.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.7 hours per day with 12.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 51%.
In context: April is the third-warmest month and the 7th-wettest in Kunming. The sunniest month is April (10.7 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25°C / 77°F |
| Overnight low | 12°C / 54°F |
| Rainfall | 65 mm over 8.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.7 h/day (12.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 51% |
| Travel score | 9.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Kunming, China (25.04, 102.72) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kunming in April?
Daytime highs in Kunming in April average 25°C (77°F); nights drop to about 12°C.
Does it rain in Kunming in April?
Expect around 8.7 rainy days and 65 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Kunming?
April is one of the best months to visit Kunming. Overall travel score: 9.6/10. The best months are February–April.
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