What to pack for Kunming in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 72%; max daily wind around 20 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Kunming: February–April. See the full best time to visit Kunming guide.
Kunming in January: the details
In January, Kunming sees average daytime highs of 15°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall totals roughly 57 mm across 9 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.6 hours per day with 10.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 72%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 8th-wettest in Kunming. The sunniest month is April (10.7 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 15°C / 60°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 39°F |
| Rainfall | 57 mm over 9 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.6 h/day (10.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Travel score | 7.8 / 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 January?
Daytime highs in Kunming in January average 15°C (60°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Kunming in January?
Expect around 9 rainy days and 57 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Kunming?
January is a good month to visit Kunming. Overall travel score: 7.8/10. The best months are February–April.
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