October verdict

China in October

Weather score50Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 19°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 5.6h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 64mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Shanghai, Shanghai, China, China travel weather guide
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October weather

Monthly averages

Temp

19°C

Rain

64mm

Sun

5.6h

Sea

6°C

Weather score

50

Mixed

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Cool

Average highs are around 19°C, so pack for cooler days.

Drier

Rainfall averages 64mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 5.6h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 6°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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October19°C average high

October is close to China's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.

Warmest monthsMay to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

October64mm average rain

October sits on the drier side of China's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.

Driest monthsJanuary to March and October to December

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

October5.6 hours average sun

October sits close to China's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.

Brightest monthsMay to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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October6°C average sea

October sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.

Warmest seaJune to October

Sea temperatures are usually near 7°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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October50 weather score

October sits close to China's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.

Best weather monthsMay to September

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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