UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Kunming, China 
will be up to 11.1, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-09
UV index at 11.1 in Kunming means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Kunming's UV index is generally moderate throughout the year, often ranging from 3 to 7, with higher peaks during the sunny months of spring and summer.
The city experiences a mild, spring-like climate year-round with a distinct wet season from May to October and a dry season from November to April, making it comfortable most of the year.
Compared to other parts of China and nearby countries, Kunming enjoys cooler summers and warmer winters, with less extreme temperature changes due to its high elevation and location in southwestern China.
See the UV index hour by hour for Kunming, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.