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Kunming in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Kunming in September and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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September

Weather in Kunming in September 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
September could be a good time to visit Kunming, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +73°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in September. However, expect about 25 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 167 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
167 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kunming has OK weather in September.

Average temperature in Kunming in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kunming for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in September is +77°F with a maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +77°F.

Is Kunming warm or cold in September?

Kunming is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +77°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +61°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Kunming:

Climate in Kunming in September

Kunming weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+77°F+73°F+70°F
Min. temperature
+52°F+46°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+86°F+84°F+81°F
Rainfall
233 mm167 mm114 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
78%78%78%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1012 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
013
Cloudy days
135
Rainy days
272522
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as ok as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +77°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +73°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 233 mm to 167 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%. Winds are stronger in comparison to August, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 0 to 1.

October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Kunming in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Kunming is gradually increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Kunming based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 71 mm, with a 63% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kunming wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 271 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 29% chance of precipitation and 21 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Kunming?

This is the weather in Kunming in September 2024:
1 September
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+73°F
2 September
☁️
+76°F
3 September
☁️
+79°F
4 September
☁️
+73°F
5 September
☁️
+77°F
6 September
☁️
+79°F
7 September
☁️
+77°F
8 September
🌧️
+76°F
9 September
☁️
+78°F
10 September
☁️
+80°F
11 September
🌧️
+81°F
12 September
☁️
+73°F
13 September
☁️
+76°F
14 September
☀️
+77°F
15 September
☀️
+77°F
16 September
☁️
+77°F
17 September
☁️
+78°F
18 September
☁️
+78°F
19 September
🌧️
+79°F
20 September
🌧️
+79°F
21 September
🌧️
+79°F
22 September
☁️
+79°F
23 September
☁️
+80°F
24 September
🌧️
+81°F
25 September
🌧️
+79°F
26 September
☁️
+77°F
27 September
☁️
+70°F
28 September
☁️
+70°F
29 September
☁️
+72°F
30 September
☁️
+77°F
In September 2024 Kunming had 2 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Kunming climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Kunming in September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+69°F) and the highest in 2010 (+73°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 957 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1986 with 1807 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kunming in September:

Is September a good time to visit Kunming?

It’s always a good time to visit Kunming, but the weather is changeable in September, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Kunming in September?

September is warm in Kunming. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Kunming rainy in September?

Kunming is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Kunming in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kunming in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in China

Check out the weather for other cities in China.

Monthly weather in Kunming

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kunming, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.