Huangshan Weather in October

Season: Autumn
In short:
1. The weather of Huangshan in October is cool, and the temperature is moderate.
2. There are averagely 8 rainy days in this month, and it basically doesn’t rain heavily.
3. October is a good time to enjoy autumn views in Huangshan, but you’d better not make your tour in the crowded National Day Holiday from October 1 to 7.
 In October, the weather of Huangshan is gradually getting from a little hot to pleasantly cool, with the average temperature from about 14 to 22 degrees Celsius (57 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit). On most days, the highest temperature of Huangshan is between 18 and 25°C (64 and 77°F), and people generally feel comfortable while enjoying scenery outdoors. As the temperature variation between day and night increases, the lowest temperature could only be 9°C, making people even a little cold before the sun rises. As for the Huangshan Mountain, the highest temperature around 20°C (68°F) makes it suitable to climb the mountain.
 The precipitation of Huangshan is not high in October, and it’s just about 83 mm. Rainy days amount to about 8, so more than two thirds of this month is cloudy or sunny, which is a good condition for making a tour to Huangshan. What’s more, whether in the city area or the mountain area, forms of precipitation are mainly drizzles and showers, and they won’t have a great impact on people’s sightseeing.
 Huangshan in October 1 experiences its longest daytime in this month from 06:00 to 17:52, and the length of day shortens gradually from about 12 to 11 hours. The UV index this month is low in 4, so sun protection measures are only necessary around sunny midday and UV radiation is generally not strong at other times.
  Tops: Long-sleeved shirts are enough during the day, and you can add a thin knitted sweater or a thin jacket if the temperature drops. In the mountain area, an outdoor jacket is more suggested.

 Bottoms: In the city area, choose causal pants, jeans, or sport pants. For climbing the Huangshan Mountain, hiking pants are better choices.

 Shoes: Non-slippery flats or sneakers help ensure a stable walk, especially on bluestone-paved roads in villages after rain.

 Requisites: You need raingear such as a portable raincoat to deal with sudden weather changes on the Huangshan Mountain.
 1. View Autumn Foliage in the Huangshan Mountain
As the mid-autumn comes, maple trees in the Huangshan Mountain are ablaze with vibrant golden and red. Under brilliant sunshine, you can feast your eyes on the autumn foliage, the green pine trees, and the dark-grey rocks on the mountain. By the way, the climate of Huangshan is cool and comfortable, so the climbing process will not be that exhausting.

2. Enjoy Harvest Scenes in Chengkan Village
In October, the most unmissable views are probably the scenes of sun-drying crops in Chengkan. People lay out yellow corns on the square, arrange strings of red chili on wooden racks, and pile orange pumpkins together, so that the produce can be dried in the sun and stored for a long time. Wandering in the village, you can also be amazed by the joy of harvest.

3. Admire Imposing Archway and Pretty Garden
The Tangyue Memorial Archway and the Bao’s Family Garden are adjacent attractions suitable for visiting regardless of weather conditions in October. A total of 7 magnificent archways are constructed on the same road, recording stories of local prosperous families. Just a short distance away, miniature trees and rockeries in the garden create a tranquil atmosphere.
 1. It’s highly suggested to avoid making your tour from October 1 to 7, 2026, China’s National Day Holiday, when tourists will flock to scenic areas and accommodation prices will soar. If you plan to enjoy tranquil beauty and charm of Huangshan, this period is not a good choice.

2. In view that the autumn scenery of Huangshan is colorful, it’s suggested to wear light-color clothes to match the views and take better photos.