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Shanghai in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Shanghai in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Shanghai in October 2024

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Shanghai in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +73°F and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 5 rainy days and 68 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shanghai has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Shanghai in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Shanghai for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in October is +73°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +95°F during the day and a minimum of +54°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 43% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +72°F.

Is Shanghai warm or cold in October?

Shanghai is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +81°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +61°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Shanghai:

Climate in Shanghai in October

Shanghai weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+81°F+73°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+55°F+41°F+21°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+95°F+82°F
Rainfall
125 mm68 mm54 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
76%72%72%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1017 HPa1021 HPa
Sunny days
81313
Cloudy days
141312
Rainy days
855
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +81°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +73°F. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 125 mm to 68 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 8 to 13.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Shanghai in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Shanghai is gradually increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Shanghai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 23% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 225 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 72 mm, which is considered heavy rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Shanghai wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 252 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Shanghai?

This is the weather in Shanghai in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+89°F
2 October
☀️
+91°F
3 October
☀️
+95°F
4 October
☁️
+74°F
5 October
☁️
+69°F
6 October
🌧️
+65°F
7 October
☀️
+65°F
8 October
🌧️
+69°F
9 October
☀️
+70°F
10 October
☀️
+65°F
11 October
☀️
+68°F
12 October
☀️
+69°F
13 October
☀️
+72°F
14 October
☀️
+73°F
15 October
☁️
+74°F
16 October
☀️
+73°F
17 October
☀️
+70°F
18 October
☀️
+67°F
19 October
☀️
+67°F
20 October
☀️
+72°F
21 October
☀️
+78°F
22 October
☁️
+78°F
23 October
☀️
+73°F
24 October
☀️
+71°F
25 October
☀️
+68°F
26 October
🌧️
+69°F
27 October
☀️
+69°F
28 October
☀️
+68°F
29 October
☁️
+70°F
30 October
☀️
+74°F
31 October
☀️
+72°F
In October 2023 Shanghai had 23 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 89% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Shanghai climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Shanghai in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+69°F) and the highest in 2019 (+82°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 295 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shanghai in October:

Is October a good time to visit Shanghai?

October is a really good time to go to Shanghai. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Shanghai.

Can you sunbathe in Shanghai in October?

October is warm in Shanghai. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Shanghai rainy in October?

Shanghai is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Shanghai in October?

The amount of sunny days in Shanghai during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in China

Check out the weather for other cities in China.

Monthly weather in Shanghai

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Shanghai, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.