What to pack for Kunming in August
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 82%; max daily wind around 13 km/h.
How August compares
Best months in Kunming: February–April. See the full best time to visit Kunming guide.
Kunming in August: the details
In August, Kunming sees average daytime highs of 25°C (76°F) and overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). Rainfall totals roughly 230 mm across 24.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.9 hours per day with 12.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 82%.
In context: August is the 5th-warmest month and the third-wettest in Kunming. The sunniest month is April (10.7 h/day).
| Metric | August average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25°C / 76°F |
| Overnight low | 16°C / 61°F |
| Rainfall | 230 mm over 24.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.9 h/day (12.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 82% |
| Travel score | 7.5 / 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 August?
Daytime highs in Kunming in August average 25°C (76°F); nights drop to about 16°C.
Does it rain in Kunming in August?
Expect around 24.7 rainy days and 230 mm of rainfall in August.
Is August a good time to visit Kunming?
August is a good month to visit Kunming. Overall travel score: 7.5/10. The best months are February–April.
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