Kunming Weather in May
Kunming weather in May is similar to last month, and the highest maximum temperature is 28℃/82.4℉. The lowest minimum goes down to 13℃/55.4℉. The air is more humid because there are about 14 rainy days.
| Average Maximum | Average Minimum | Highest Maximum | Lowest Minimum | |
| ℃ | 24 | 14 | 28 | 13 |
| ℉ | 75.2 | 57.2 | 82.4 | 55.4 |
Sunny Days: 11 days
Cloudy Days: 6 days
Rainy Days: 14 days
What to wear and bring
Early May
In early May, there could be a couple of showers and a couple of days of moderate rain, and the maximum temperature is between 19℃/66.2℉ and 28℃/82.4℉. Shorts and short sleeves are a comfortable clothing combination. Taking an umbrella with you all the time is also a good idea.
Tips:
It is often cloudy on Labor Day (May 1st). The maximum temperature is about 26℃/78.8℉ and the minimum temperature is about 14℃/57.2℉. It is pleasant enough that you can go out and have a good time.
Mid-May
The middle period of this month is usually relatively hot, and the days are mostly sunny days with some cloudy days. The minimum temperature is around 14℃/57.2℉ and the maximum temperature can be from 22℃/71.6℉ to 28℃/82.4℉. You will need to wear short sleeves and shorts. But don’t forget to watch out for sunburn. A hat and moisturizing sunscreen lotion are good choices.
Late May
Compared to mid-May, the temperatures in late May are cool for the month, but the minimum temperature is around 16℃/60.8℉. Long sleeves, shirts, thin pants, casual clothing and a thin coat are adequate clothing.
Historical Kunming Weather in May
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