China Weather in October
Season: Autumn
October is the colorful autumn season in China. Temperature continues dropping gradually; temperature difference between day and night keeps increasing; rainfalls and cold air from the north brings down the temperature greatly every now and then. But on the whole, China weather in October is moderate and comfortable, not hot any more, but not cold yet.
The coldest cities in China in October:
Harbin: 1°C (34°F), Changchun: 2°C (36°F), Yinchuan: 3°C (38°F), Hohhot: 1°C (34°F)
The hottest cities in China in October:
Sanya: 30°C (86°F), Beihai: 29°C (84 °F), Dongfang: 30°C (86°F), Fuzhou: 26°C (79°F)
See more: Autumn in China – Weather & Tour Tips
The coldest cities in China in October: Harbin: 1°C (34°F), Changchun: 2°C (36°F), Yinchuan: 3°C (38°F), Hohhot: 1°C (34°F)
The hottest cities in China in October:Sanya: 30°C (86°F), Beihai: 29°C (84 °F), Dongfang: 30°C (86°F), Fuzhou: 26°C (79°F)
See more: Autumn in China – Weather & Tour TipsAverages for China Weather in October
High Temp
20°C (68°F)
Low Temp
10°C (50°F)
Rainfall
49 mm (2")
Sunrise
06:10 ~ 06:41
Sunset
17:15 ~ 17:58
The times for sunrise and sunset are based on Beijing.
What to Wear
Temperature in October varies widely from day to night. You can wear some thin clothes at noon, such as the T-shirt, blouse, light pants; wear some warm clothes when you feel cold in the early morning and evening, such as a trench coat or jacket... But what to wear in China in October should be based on the actual weather conditions of the regions you are going to visit.
October Travel Guide - Where to Go & Tips
Tourism Rate: 
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| Great Wall in Autumn |
There will be crowds in popular attractions in the “Golden Week” from October 1st to 7th. You are advised to avoid travelling during this China National Day Holiday. If you have to, try to book the hotel, air or train ticket, and the admission tickets of scenic spots in advance.
See more China's 7 Best Places to Visit in October
China Regional Weather in October
Beijing & Northeast China
Major Destinations: Beijing, Tianjin, Harbin, Dalian, Shenyang, East Inner Mongolia…
Temperatures: 8 - 19°C (46 - 66°F)
People in Northeast China feel cool at daytime but cold at nighttime. This region has less rainfall so it is also a dry month. It is a great time to appreciate the yellow and red leaves standing on the Great Wall of Beijing.
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, wind coat or jacket, thin coat, sweatpants, jeans, walking shoes…
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, wind coat or jacket, thin coat, sweatpants, jeans, walking shoes…
Shanghai & East China
Major Destinations: Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Nanjing, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Nanchang, Fujian, Shandong…
Temperatures: 15 - 23°C (59 - 73°F)
It is a sunny and warm month in East China with fewer rainy days. But there may be storm or typhoon hit the coastal areas, such as Fujian. In this season, you should not miss the beauty of Yellow Mountain. It is also a great time to have a taste of Shanghai hairy crabs.
Clothing: blouse, light pants, jeans, sneakers…
It is a sunny and warm month in East China with fewer rainy days. But there may be storm or typhoon hit the coastal areas, such as Fujian. In this season, you should not miss the beauty of Yellow Mountain. It is also a great time to have a taste of Shanghai hairy crabs.
Clothing: blouse, light pants, jeans, sneakers…
Xi'an & Central China
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| Jiuzhai Valley |
Temperatures: 15 - 22°C (59 - 72°F)
It is also a warm region in this month with moderate climate. Hiking on Huashan in Xi’an and Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, and the cruise trip on the Yangtze River are great choices to enjoy the charming autumn scenery. It is a good month to taste local delicious foods and get a close touch with the cute pandas in Chengdu. Jiuzhai Valley right in the most colorful time is also recommended.
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, a light jacket, trench coat, light pants, jeans, sneakers…
South China
Major Destinations: Guilin, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Yunnan, Guizhou, Hainan…
Temperatures: 19 - 27°C (66 - 81°F)
Temperatures: 19 - 27°C (66 - 81°F)
The temperature in this region drops a little but still higher than North China. It also rains less during the month in most cities of South China. Li River cruise must be a wonderful experience. Also, Lugu Lake in Yunnan and Huangguoshu Waterfall in Guizhou are both good places to go.
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, a light jacket, light pants, jeans, shorts, sneakers…
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, a light jacket, light pants, jeans, shorts, sneakers…
West China
Major Destinations: Tibet, Xinjiang, Gansu, Qinghai, West Inner Mongolia…
Temperatures: 5 - 19°C (41- 66°F)
It begins to turn cold in this region with little rainfall. If you travel here, take the warm clothes with you. Early October is the most proper time to visit Populus Euphratica Forest in Ejina. Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park is also a good choice, especially for shutterbugs.
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, thick jacket, pants, jeans, hiking shoes…
Clothing: long-sleeve T-shirt, thick jacket, pants, jeans, hiking shoes…
October Weather of Major Chinese Cities
| October | Temperature | Sunrise / Sunset | Humidity (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Low | |||
| 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 46°F | 06:10 / 17:58 | 61 | |
| Changsha | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 06:21 / 18:14 | 82 |
| Chengdu | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 15°C / 59°F | 78 |
| Chongqing | 22°C / 72°F | 16°C / 61°F | 06:47 / 18:39 | 84 |
| Guangzhou | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 70°F | 06:18 / 18:14 | 71 |
| Guilin | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 63°F | 06:31 / 17:59 | 70 |
| Guiyang | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 06:45 / 18:40 | 77 |
| Hangzhou | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 59°F | 05:53 / 17:46 | 77 |
| 12°C / 54°F | 0°C / 32°F | 05:32 / 17:14 | 63 | |
| Hohhot | 14°C / 57°F | 1°C / 34°F | 06:29 / 18:16 | 59 |
| Hong Kong | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 73°F | 06:15 / 18:11 | 71 |
| Huangshan | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 45°F | 06:00 / 17:53 | 72 |
| Kunming | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 54°F | 07:01 / 18:56 | 79 |
| Lhasa | 17°C / 63°F | 2°C / 36°F | 07:49 / 19:42 | 49 |
| Lijiang | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 07:12 / 19:05 | 73 |
| Luoyang | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 06:24 / 18:15 | / |
| Nanjing | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 05:58 / 17:50 | 77 |
| Pingyao | 18°C / 64°F | 4°C / 39°F | 06:26 / 18:15 | 68 |
| Qingdao | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 05:53 / 17:43 | 65 |
| Sanya | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 06:32 / 18:30 | / |
| Shanghai | 22°C / 72°F | 15°C / 59°F | 05:48 / 17:40 | 74 |
| Shenzhen | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 06:15 / 18:11 | 69 |
| Suzhou | 22°C / 72°F | 15°C / 59°F | 05:51 / 17:43 | 72 |
| Tianjin | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 06:06 / 17:54 | 64 |
| Urumqi | 13°C / 55°F | 3°C / 37°F | 08:07 / 19:51 | 58 |
| Wuhan | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 06:16 / 18:08 | 78 |
| Xiamen | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 70°F | 05:59 / 17:55 | 71 |
| Xi'an | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 50°F | 06:39 / 18:28 | 77 |
| Zhangjiajie | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 06:31 / 18:24 | 77 |
| Zhengzhou | 22°C / 72°F | 10°C / 50°F | 06:20 / 18:10 | 70 |
- Last updated on Jul. 23, 2024 by Brenda Lian -