Dali Old Town
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Suitable with normal precautions
Travelers should follow the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advice, stay informed of local regulations, and avoid large political gatherings.
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Dali Old Town month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Dali Old Town are typically March, April and May, with average daytime highs around 20–24°C. June is usually the warmest month (average high 25°C), January the coldest (average low 3°C), and August the wettest (about 236 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.1 | 3.0 | 36 | 9.6 |
| February | 16.3 | 3.8 | 38 | 10.0 |
| March | 20.2 | 6.8 | 25 | 10.6 |
| April | 22.7 | 10.2 | 40 | 10.9 |
| May | 24.4 | 13.6 | 87 | 10.8 |
| June | 24.8 | 16.8 | 150 | 9.9 |
| July | 23.8 | 17.1 | 203 | 8.5 |
| August | 23.7 | 16.8 | 236 | 9.3 |
| September | 22.8 | 15.9 | 150 | 9.5 |
| October | 20.7 | 13.3 | 92 | 9.2 |
| November | 18.1 | 8.2 | 29 | 9.6 |
| December | 15.6 | 4.8 | 16 | 9.5 |
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People and places shaping Dali Old Town
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Research updated Thursday, September 17, 2026Past and future events in Dali Old Town
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Previously
- Dali becomes capital of the Nanzhao Kingdom
In the 8th century Dali Town served as the capital of the Nanzhao Kingdom, a major regional power.
- Conquest of Dali by the Yuan dynasty
The Kingdom of Dali was conquered by the Yuan dynasty in the 13th century, ending its independence.
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01 · OverviewDali Old Town, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Dali Old Town took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Dali Old Town
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Dali Old Town
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Dali Old Town
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Dali Old Town
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Dali Old Town
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Dali Old Town
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dali Old Town
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01 · Q&AWhere is Dali Old Town located and what are its coordinates?
Dali Old Town is situated in China at geographic coordinates 25.6886, 100.1589 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Dali Old Town?
Dali Old Town has a recorded population of approximately 82,566 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone (CNY).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Dali Old Town?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Dali Old Town include zh-CN, yue, wuu, dta, ug, za, and the circulating currency is CNY.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Dali Old Town?
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