Kunming Weather in January
Kunming Weather and Climate in January
When you travel to Kunming, the weather in Kunming is generally dry and cool. It is the coldest month of the year, but you may know that Kunming is called “Spring City.” So it is not really cold in Kunming. The average high temperature is 15 °C (59 °F), and the average low temperature is 3 °C (37 °F). It may freeze at night, but it rarely snows. What a pity! Many local people in Kunming want to enjoy a beautiful snow. It snows or rains only about 4 days of the month, and there is only about 17 mm of total precipitation.
Historical Kunming Average Daily Temperatures in January
| Date | Average High | Average Low | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 2 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 3 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 4 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 5 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 6 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 7 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 8 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 9 | 58 °F | 14.44 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 10 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 11 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 12 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 13 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 14 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 15 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 16 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 17 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 18 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 19 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 20 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 21 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 22 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 23 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 34 °F | 1.11 °C |
| January 24 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 25 | 59 °F | 15 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 26 | 60 °F | 15.56 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 27 | 60 °F | 15.56 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 28 | 60 °F | 15.56 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 29 | 60 °F | 15.56 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 30 | 60 °F | 15.56 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
| January 31 | 60 °F | 15.56 °C | 35 °F | 1.67 °C |
What to Wear for a January Kunming Trip
Between day and night the temperature difference is quite big, so you should pick the right clothes according to the weather. Suits, lined garments, wind breakers, jackets, light sweaters, thick stockings and short skirts are enough to keep you warm in the night. During day you could choose some not enough thick clothes to wear, such as leisure suit, a thin windbreaker and down-filled jacket . For convenience in your travel, comfortable shoes are necessary. Also you need to take a hat, an umbrella with you when you travel to Kunming in January. For people who are afraid of the cold, they can also prepare scarves, hats and gloves.
Places to visit in January Kunming
- Lakeside of Dianchi Lake, Haigeng Dam and Green Lake Park:
Tens of thousands of seagulls spend winter in Kunming City, becoming the most beautiful sights. these are the best places to watch and feed seagulls. - Jiaozi Snow mountain:
The mountain becomes a white beauty. Rivers are frozen. The tree branches are coated white, the grassland is hidden by the huge white carpet of snow. Animals are having a good rest in their caves. It is so tranquil and peaceful. - Yunnan Provincial Museum :
It is the best place to learn about minority cultures and Yunnan cultures. - The Stone Forest:
Admire the magical landscapes and experience local life
