What to pack for Kunming in March
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 49%; max daily wind around 25 km/h.
How March compares
Best months in Kunming: February–April. See the full best time to visit Kunming guide.
Kunming in March: the details
In March, Kunming sees average daytime highs of 23°C (74°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (49°F). Rainfall totals roughly 19 mm across 4.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.6 hours per day with 11.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 49%.
In context: March is the 6th-warmest month and the driest in Kunming. The sunniest month is April (10.7 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23°C / 74°F |
| Overnight low | 9°C / 49°F |
| Rainfall | 19 mm over 4.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.6 h/day (11.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 49% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 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 March?
Daytime highs in Kunming in March average 23°C (74°F); nights drop to about 9°C.
Does it rain in Kunming in March?
Expect around 4.3 rainy days and 19 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Kunming?
March is one of the best months to visit Kunming. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are February–April.
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