The best times to visit Pu’er for ideal weather are
October 22nd to April 8th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Pu’er
Temperature
Average temperatures in Pu’er vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Pu’er, the hottest months are June, May, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late May to early June where highs are regularly around 88.9°F (31.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.6°F (20.3°C) at night.
Pu’er Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Pu’er Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Pu’er Perceived Temperature (F)
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Pu’er Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Pu’er Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 75 | 58 | 45.7 |
Feb | 79.5 | 61.1 | 46.1 |
Mar | 84 | 66.7 | 52.2 |
Apr | 87.5 | 72.1 | 59.1 |
May | 87.3 | 75.4 | 65.6 |
Jun | 85.3 | 76 | 69.7 |
Jul | 82.7 | 74.8 | 69.9 |
Aug | 84 | 74.9 | 69.3 |
Sep | 84.8 | 74.4 | 67.9 |
Oct | 81.9 | 70.9 | 63.1 |
Nov | 78.1 | 64.8 | 55.6 |
Dec | 73.9 | 59 | 48.9 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 23.9 | 14.4 | 7.6 |
Feb | 26.4 | 16.2 | 7.8 |
Mar | 28.9 | 19.3 | 11.2 |
Apr | 30.8 | 22.3 | 15.1 |
May | 30.7 | 24.1 | 18.7 |
Jun | 29.6 | 24.4 | 20.9 |
Jul | 28.2 | 23.8 | 21.1 |
Aug | 28.9 | 23.8 | 20.7 |
Sep | 29.3 | 23.6 | 19.9 |
Oct | 27.7 | 21.6 | 17.3 |
Nov | 25.6 | 18.2 | 13.1 |
Dec | 23.3 | 15 | 9.4 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pu’er are February, December, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid February. For example, on the week of February 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid July with an average of 6 days of significant precipitation the week of July 16th.
When can you find snow in Pu’er? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Pu’er.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pu’er (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 6% | 0 | 1.7 |
Feb | 3% | 0 | 0.4 |
Mar | 11% | 0 | 1.6 |
Apr | 17% | 0 | 1.9 |
May | 30% | 0 | 4.9 |
Jun | 53% | 0 | 8.4 |
Jul | 67% | 0 | 14.4 |
Aug | 61% | 0 | 12.5 |
Sep | 44% | 0 | 8 |
Oct | 28% | 0 | 7.1 |
Nov | 14% | 0 | 2.5 |
Dec | 6% | 0 | 1 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 6 | 0 | 4.3 |
Feb | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Mar | 11 | 0 | 4.1 |
Apr | 17 | 0 | 4.8 |
May | 30 | 0 | 12.4 |
Jun | 53 | 0 | 21.3 |
Jul | 67 | 0 | 36.6 |
Aug | 61 | 0 | 31.8 |
Sep | 44 | 0 | 20.3 |
Oct | 28 | 0 | 18 |
Nov | 14 | 0 | 6.4 |
Dec | 6 | 0 | 2.5 |
Humidity and Wind
Pu’er has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (45.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (78.1%).
Wind in Pu’er is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 2.9 knots (3.3 MPH or 5.4 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 8.1 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Pu’er.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 2.2 | Barely noticeable | 5.9 | Light breeze |
Feb | 2.7 | Barely noticeable | 7.3 | Gentle breeze |
Mar | 2.8 | Barely noticeable | 7.5 | Light breeze |
Apr | 2.9 | Barely noticeable | 7.1 | Gentle breeze |
May | 2.7 | Barely noticeable | 6.1 | Light breeze |
Jun | 2.5 | Barely noticeable | 5.4 | Light breeze |
Jul | 2.2 | Barely noticeable | 4.7 | Light breeze |
Aug | 2.3 | Barely noticeable | 4.8 | Light breeze |
Sep | 2.4 | Barely noticeable | 5.1 | Light breeze |
Oct | 2.3 | Barely noticeable | 4.9 | Light breeze |
Nov | 2.2 | Barely noticeable | 4.6 | Light breeze |
Dec | 2.1 | Barely noticeable | 4.6 | Light breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 59.5% |
Feb | 47.5% |
Mar | 45.5% |
Apr | 49% |
May | 59.3% |
Jun | 71% |
Jul | 78.1% |
Aug | 76.6% |
Sep | 73.1% |
Oct | 70% |
Nov | 68% |
Dec | 66.2% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Pu’er?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Macao; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Pu’er, China is January, followed by July and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Pu’er in May. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Pu’er Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.9°F (31.6°C) and 83.2°F (28.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 16 to 21 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Pu’er, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 85.4°F (29.7°C) and 76.2°F (24.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 13 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Pu’er to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83.2°F (28.4°C) and 72.5°F (22.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.
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