September weather forecast
Kunming, China

September marks the departure of monsoon season in Kunming, with a decrease in humidity and rainfall, creating a pleasant ambiance. The temperatures, ranging from 14.6°C (58.3°F) at night to 22.7°C (72.9°F) during the day, represent a gradual transition towards autumn. Hues of orange and yellow begin to replace the verdant shades, symbolizing the changing season. With a more moderate climate, outdoor recreational activities start to regain popularity.

Temperature

As Kunming, China, transitions from August to September, the average high-temperatures adjust to a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F), nearly the same as the previous 24.1°C (75.4°F). Kunming experiences an average temperature drop to a mild 14.6°C (58.3°F) during September nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Kunming, China, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Kunming, China, in September, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. In Kunming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 1011mm (39.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Kunming is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:56 CST.

Sunshine

In Kunming, the average sunshine in September is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kunming are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in September leads to these recommendations:
Utilize all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin could suffer burns instantly. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.