Lincang Travel Weather and Climate in June

June in Lincang (临沧) is warm and humid. The average high temperature is around 26°C, while the average low is about 18°C. It is the rainy season, with average precipitation reaching approximately 219 mm. Visitors are advised to bring rain gear and be mindful of both dampness and sun exposure.

June Weather Overview

Unique Local Festivals in June

Torch Festival (火把节)

Usually held from the 24th to 26th day of the sixth lunar month, the Torch Festival (火把节) is a traditional celebration among the Yi (彝族), Bai (白族), Naxi (纳西族), Jinuo (基诺族), and Lahu (拉祜族) peoples. During the festival, people craft and light torches, engage in bullfighting, horse racing, wrestling, and perform folk songs and dances. The event is meant to drive away pests and pray for a bountiful harvest and happiness.

Gengma Water Culture Tourism Festival (耿马县水文化旅游节)

Although held annually from April 15th to 17th, the vibrant activities of the Gengma Water Culture Tourism Festival (耿马县水文化旅游节)—such as flower collecting, Buddha bathing, sand pagoda building, drum competitions, song and dance performances, dragon boat racing, and water splashing celebrations—are also fitting to experience in June due to the similar festive atmosphere and climate.

Recommended Attractions in June

Cangyuan Cliff Painting Valley (沧源崖画谷)

The pigments used in the cliff paintings here are made from hematite powder mixed with animal blood. These ancient works have retained their vivid colors for millennia and display a magical effect depending on sunlight exposure: appearing red in the morning, fading at noon, and turning purple in the evening. Visitors can immerse themselves in the mystique of ancient culture.

Wengding Primitive Village (翁丁原始部落)

As the best-preserved traditional Wa (佤族) village in China, Wengding (翁丁) offers an authentic experience of Wa lifestyle. Tourists can participate in ritual ceremonies and enjoy traditional wooden drum dance performances.

Gumo Ancient Ink Village (凤庆古墨村)

June 2025 coincides with the spring tea harvest season in Gumo (古墨村). Visitors can take part in the full tea-making process—plucking, kneading, and roasting—and bring home their handmade Dianhong (滇红茶) black tea. Surrounded by century-old walnut groves and cascading waterfalls, this area is an excellent spot for hiking along a branch of the ancient Tea Horse Road.

Gengma Zongfo Temple (耿马总佛寺)

The largest Theravāda Buddhist temple in Southwest Yunnan, Zongfo Temple (总佛寺) features murals of the Jataka Tales (本生经) depicting Buddha’s past lives. From June 15th to 21st, 2025, the CEFA Cultural Expedition will take place here, where visitors can enjoy the Wa ethnic dance drama Tribal Seal・Sigangli (族印・司岗里) and participate in a Dai (傣族) Peacock Feast Dance experience.

Seasonal Delicacies in June

Chicken and Sticky Rice Porridge (鸡肉烂饭)

A traditional Wa (佤族) dish made by simmering mountain chicken with red rice and wild herbs. In summer, try the chilled version—iced sour soup chicken, known for its tangy, appetizing flavor.

Dai-Style Sa Piar (傣族撒撇)

A unique soup using cow bile as a base, paired with rice noodles, cabbage, and crushed peanuts. It is believed to have detoxifying and cooling properties.

Donkey Meat Bapu (驴肉扒呼)

At Hong Meigui Restaurant (红玫瑰酒楼) in Linxiang District (临翔区), donkey meat bapu and dried donkey meat are made with traditional techniques and served with wild mountain vegetables for a distinctive taste.

Dai-Style Hand-Grasped Meal (傣味手抓饭)

At Youlijinwang (优利金旺) in Linxiang District, the Dai-style hand-grasped meal set includes grilled chicken, banana heart stew, and pineapple purple sticky rice—a visually pleasing and tasty meal, perfect for social media.

June in Lincang (临沧) offers not only pleasant weather but also rich natural beauty and diverse ethnic culture. We hope this guide helps you plan your trip and fully enjoy all that Lincang has to offer!