Normal weather for China in October
It's pleasantly warm in October in China with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 14°C.
In October, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
China in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
19°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
24°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
16°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
32 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in China with mild temperatures, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 19°C, with nights close to 7°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in China will be around 18°C, with nights close to 5°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in China. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
The typhoon season in China runs from June to November.
Temperature records for China in October
With 30°C, China hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -3°C to a high of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in China
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in China, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in China
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for China, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 6 days of rain in China.
Daily Snowfall in October in China
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in China, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in China
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in China, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in China Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in China, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in China Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in China, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in China per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in China, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for China
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in China. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in China by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for China. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
