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Yunnan Weather in July

Season: Summer

In short: one of the rainiest months, comfy temperature in most places

Stone Forest, Kunming

Rainfall:

July is one of the rainiest months in Yunnan. Almost every city receives more than 150 mm of rainfall on average and the average number of rainy days is around 20. In some cities, such as Kunming, Lijiang, and Xishuangbanna, the average rainfall even reaches 200 mm. Fortunately, the rain in Yunnan usually doesn’t last long, and your traveling experience may get impacted somehow, but it won’t be significant.

Temperature:

When other areas in the same latitude are hot, most places in Yunnan are mild and favorable because of its high altitude. In places like Kunming, Lijiang, and Dali, the average high temperature is around 25°C (77°F) and the average low is around 15°C (59°F), meaning that you can experience warm but not hot daytime and cool but not cold night. In some even higher altitude places like Shangri-La, the temperature is relatively low, but you will not feel cold with the average low of about 10°C (50°F). In southern areas such as Xishuangbanna and Honghe, the temperature is higher. But thanks to the high rainfall, it is not so hot, and the average maximum temperature is stable at around 30°C (86°F).

Sunshine & Daylight:

In July, the daytime duration is above 13 hours on average, with the sunrise at around 06:30 and the sunset at around 20:00. However, the high precipitation leads to the average sunshine hours of only about 5 hours/day. Besides, the UV index is high at about 11 this month, and you are advised to try to avoid going out at the noon hours on sunny days.

July Weather of Popular Yunnan Travel Destinations

Kunming July Weather Averages

Temp: 17-24°C / 63-75°F
Humidity: 83%
Rainfall: 202 mm in 21 days
Sunrise: 06:23 ~ 06:36
Sunset: 19:55 ~ 20:03
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Lijiang July Weather Averages

Temp: 15-23°C / 59-73°F
Humidity: 81%
Rainfall: 242 mm in 24 days
Sunrise: 06:29 ~ 06:43
Sunset: 20:07 ~ 20:17
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Dali July Weather Averages

Temp: 17-24°C / 63-75°F
Humidity: 82%
Rainfall: 186 mm in 20 days
Sunrise: 06:31 ~ 06:45
Sunset: 20:05 ~ 20:14
See details of Dali Weather in July

Shangri-La July Weather Averages

Temp: 10-18°C / 50-64°F
Humidity: 78%
Rainfall: 175 mm in 24 days
Sunrise: 06:27 ~ 06:42
Sunset: 20:21 ~ 20:11
See details of Shangri-La Weather in July

Honghe July Weather Averages

Temp: 22-30°C / 72-86°F
Humidity: 79%
Rainfall: 156 mm in 25 days
Sunrise: 06:28 ~ 06:40
Sunset: 19:53 ~ 20:01

Xishuangbanna July Weather Averages

Temp: 23-30°C / 73-86°F
Humidity: 79%
Rainfall: 222 mm in 14 days
Sunrise: 06:37 ~ 06:48
Sunset: 19:57 ~ 20:04

Packing Advice for Yunnan Trip in July

Clothes: Yunnan weather in July is mild overall, and thin summer clothes are essential. For example, males can pack light pants, T-shirts, and short shirts, and in addition to these, females can pack several dresses. Considering the high UV rays, you just need to add a thin jacket like a sun protection jacket. If Shangri-La or other high-altitude places are also in your travel list, you should carry one or two thicker pants and thicker jackets like baseball jackets. Actually, a venture jacket is quite recommended because it can protect you from getting wet and catching a cold in Shangri-La with changeable climate.

Shoes: In rainy July, waterproof shoes like walking shoes and hiking shoes are perfect for a trip to Yunnan. Besides, you can also prepare water shoes and sandals for places with higher temperature like Xishuangbanna.

Other items: The climate of Yunnan in July is quite unpredictable, so be sure to always bring an umbrella with you. Sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 can help you prevent from getting sunburn on sunny days. Moreover, during your trip to Xishuangbanna in July, remember to bring mosquito repellent all the time.

What to Do & Where to Go in Yunnan in July

Tourism Rate:

1. Kunming

In July, Kunming is a good place to escape the summer heat. On sunny days, you can go to the Yunnan Stone Forest to see the karst landforms that have been formed over 270 million years ago and the spectacular sea of stone forests. On rainy days, you can visit Yunnan Provincial Museum to learn about Yunnan’s history and rich ethnic culture. In the museum, you will see more than 230,000 pieces of collections such as bronze vessels, porcelains, and ethnic costumes. If time permits, you can go to Green Lake Park to feed the squirrels, see the lotus flowers in full bloom, and feel the leisurely life of the locals.

Yunnan Provincial Museum

2. Torch Festival

Every year in July and August, Yunnan welcomes the famous and lively Torch Festival, a traditional festival of the Yi, Bai, and Naxi ethnic groups. The main purpose of this festival is to express people’s reverence for fire. At that time, Kunming, Dali, Chuxiong, and many other places will organize related activities. Though the specific activities vary, they usually all include torch lighting and bonfire parties with unique ethnic dances, which welcome visitors to participate. Among them, the most famous is the celebration in Chuxiong. In 2025, the Torch Festival will fall on July 18.

3. Shangri-La

In July, the cool weather and green grasslands make Shangri-La a great place to visit. You can go to Potatso National Park to see blue sky, green grass, leisurely cows, and clear lakes. Besides, the high rainfall this month contributes to the choppier and more magnificent view of the river in the Tiger Leaping Gorge, so don’t miss hiking there to experience the grandeur and beauty of nature. Songzanlin Monastery, the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan, is also one of the must-visit attractions in Shangri-La, where you can enjoy the characteristic architecture of Tibet and feel the charm of Tibetan culture.

Songzanlin Monastery

Tip:

July coincides with the summer vacation of China, so you may encounter a large number of visitors this month in Yunnan, which may somehow influence your traveling experience. Moreover, you’d better book hotels and flight tickets in advance, in case of the soaring prices.

Yunnan Weather by Month

- Last updated on Dec. 23, 2024 by Demi Li -