What to pack for Kunming in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 62%; max daily wind around 20 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Kunming: February–April. See the full best time to visit Kunming guide.
Kunming in May: the details
In May, Kunming sees average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Rainfall totals roughly 120 mm across 14 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.5 hours per day with 13.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 62%.
In context: May is the warmest month of the year and the 6th-wettest in Kunming. The sunniest month is April (10.7 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 80°F |
| Overnight low | 15°C / 59°F |
| Rainfall | 120 mm over 14 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.5 h/day (13.2 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 62% |
| Travel score | 8.4 / 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 May?
Daytime highs in Kunming in May average 27°C (80°F); nights drop to about 15°C.
Does it rain in Kunming in May?
Expect around 14 rainy days and 120 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Kunming?
May is a good month to visit Kunming. Overall travel score: 8.4/10. The best months are February–April.
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