Beijing Weather in October

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Beijing weather in October is very cool and dry, with a big temperature difference between day and night. It may still feel like summer in the afternoon during a sunny day, but can cool down to 3-4°C (37-39°F) quickly after a few days' rain. Corresponding to the Descent of Frost, one of the 24 seasonal segments, frost may appear at the end of this month.

Beijing climate will transit from autumn to winter during October. At this time, fogy days may possibly occur after rain due to lack of wind, temperature inversion, and high humidity.
 

Averages for Beijing Weather in October

Temperature: 13°C / 55°F
High Temperature: 19°C / 66°F
Low Temperature: 8°C / 46°F
Humidity: 61%
Rainfall: 22 mm
Rainy Days: 5 days
Sunrise: 06:10 ~ 06:41
Sunset: 17:15 ~ 17:58
Air Quality in October
Average AQI:69
Beijing Air Quality in October

What to Wear in Beijing in October

Long-sleeved shirt or T-shirt plus a light jacket or a knitted sweater is generally enough in early October. However, by the end of the month you may need to wear a thick jacket, and even an additional thick woolen sweater.
Beijing Clothes in October October Wear in Beijing

Things to Do in Beijing in October

It is a good time to enjoy the autumn colors and fragrance in Beijing such as the sweet-scented osmanthus in the Summer Palace, the chrysanthemums exhibition in Jingshan Park and the red leaves in Fragrant Hills. In addition, the International Music Festival is usually held in this month, too.

 See also 6 Places to Visit in Beijing in October
 

Other Tips

Beijing climate in October is very dry, so do drink enough water, and eat more fresh fruits. Bring some moisturizing lotion or spray, and a lip balm as well. Try to avoid visiting Beijing during the China National Day holiday from October 1 to 7. The city will be extremely crowded during this period, especially the tourist attractions, hotels, restaurants and on the buses, trains and flights.

What is the temperature in Beijing in October?

High/Low Temperatures of Beijing in October
Temperatures Graph of Beijing in October
Air Quality of Beijing in October
Beijing AQI Graph in October

Historical Beijing Weather in October


 
Oct  Temperature  Sunrise / Sunset Humi-
dity
(%)
High Low
1 22.5°C / 72.5°F 9.8°C / 49.6°F 06:11 / 17:57 39
2 20.3°C / 68.5°F 7.6°C / 45.7°F 06:11 / 17:55 28
3 21.6°C / 70.9°F 5.3°C / 41.5°F 06:12 / 17:54 42
4 20.6°C / 69.1°F 9.4°C / 48.9°F 06:13 / 17:52 61
5 24.8°C / 76.6°F 11.8°C / 53.2°F 06:14 / 17:51 62
6 23.4°C / 74.1°F 10.4°C / 50.7°F 06:15 / 17:49 32
7 22.2°C / 72°F 9.5°C / 49.1°F 06:16 / 17:48 58
8 21.2°C / 70.2°F 12.2°C / 54°F 06:17 / 17:46 72
9 23.7°C / 74.7°F 16.5°C / 61.7°F 06:18 / 17:44 74
10 20.5°C / 68.9°F 15.7°C / 60.3°F 06:19 / 17:43 52
11 21.5°C / 70.7°F 15.7°C / 60.3°F 06:20 / 17:41 63
12 22.7°C / 72.9°F 13.7°C / 56.7°F 06:21 / 17:40 72
13 21.4°C / 70.5°F 13.6°C / 56.5°F 06:22 / 17:38 75
14 19.7°C / 67.5°F 11.6°C / 52.9°F 06:24 / 17:37 48
15 20.4°C / 68.7°F 10.1°C / 50.2°F 06:25 / 17:35 44
16 22.2°C / 72°F 8.8°C / 47.8°F 06:26 / 17:34 44
17 19.2°C / 66.6°F 6.7°C / 44.1°F 06:27 / 17:32 49
18 20.5°C / 68.9°F 7.9°C / 46.2°F 06:28 / 17:31 70
19 18.1°C / 64.6°F 10.5°C / 50.9°F 06:29 / 17:30 80
20 17.2°C / 63°F 12.3°C / 54.1°F 06:30 / 17:28 87
21 20.4°C / 68.7°F 10.9°C / 51.6°F 06:31 / 17:27 81
22 18.3°C / 64.9°F 10.2°C / 50.4°F 06:32 / 17:25 86
23 15.1°C / 59.2°F 9.4°C / 48.9°F 06:33 / 17:24 75
24 16.6°C / 61.9°F 2.5°C / 36.5°F 06:34 / 17:23 36
25 15.5°C / 59.9°F 1°C / 33.8°F 06:35 / 17:21 49
26 12.6°C / 54.7°F 5°C / 41°F 06:36 / 17:20 60
27 17.5°C / 63.5°F 4.8°C / 40.6°F 06:38 / 17:19 69
28 17.8°C / 64°F 5.2°C / 41.4°F 06:39 / 17:17 68
29 16.7°C / 62.1°F 5.6°C / 42.1°F 06:40 / 17:16 76
30 14.7°C / 58.5°F 6.1°C / 43°F 06:41 / 17:15 86
31 16°C / 60.8°F 10.4°C / 50.7°F 06:42 / 17:14 81
- Last updated on Apr. 13, 2020 -
Questions & Answers on Beijing Weather in October
Asked by Myleen from PHILIPPINES | Oct. 22, 2019 22:05Reply
I will be travelling to Beijing from October 25-28. What clothing should I carry with me?
Answers (1)
Answered by Ezra from UKRAINE | Oct. 24, 2019 02:44
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According to the weather forecast, it will be 5C to 15C in the following days. You are suggested to prepare overcoats, jackets, long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, jeans and boots.
Asked by Liz manansala from CALIFORN | Sep. 30, 2019 10:00Reply
Beijing Vacation on October
We will be in china on October 14 to 24 2019 .what the weather on this days and what kind if outfit shall bring?
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Answered by Bianca from USA | Oct. 08, 2019 23:31
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The history weather statistics records that the temperature will be around 10-20C. You can bring some shirts and thin jackets in case the large temperature difference.
Asked by Marco from MEXICO | May. 02, 2019 09:40Reply
Air pollution in Beijing on October
We will visit BJ from Oct 20th to 27th, and we are concerned about the air pollution in the city, because two of us suffer asthma. How can we protect ourselves to avoid an asthma attack?
Thanks

Marco and family (MEXICO)
Answers (1)
Answered by Dylan from USA | May. 06, 2019 02:24
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Hi, you can prepare anti-haze masks. Generally, the air condition in Beijing is not so bad in October.
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