Yunnan 18 Oddities: It rains here but shines there

The “Yunnan 18 Oddities” (云南十八怪, Yúnnán Shíbā Guài) highlight the unique and sometimes contradictory aspects of Yunnan Province in China. The observation that “it rains here but shines there” (这里下雨那边晒）suggests the local weather phenomenon where rain showers can be localized. It implies that while it may rain heavily in one area of Yunnan, another nearby area might be sunny or experience only light precipitation. This quirk reflects the region’s diverse climate and topography, which can lead to varying weather conditions over short distances.