Zhangjiajie Weather in October
Season: Autumn
In short: cool and pleasant overall; no much rain; a good month for visiting Zhangjiajie
In October, the downtown areas of Zhangjiajie enjoy quite cool and comfortable but not cold temperature, averaging 14 - 23 degrees Celsius (57 - 73 degrees Fahrenheit) within a day. However, you should note that the temperature is not quite stable at this time: Most of the time, the actual daily high and low temperatures are pretty close to the average ones; but sometimes, the daily high can rise to about 30°C (86°F) or suddenly drop to around 15°C (59°F) because of rainfall. Therefore, it is essential to keep an eye on the weather forecast during your trip.
Compared with the downtown areas, the mountain areas may be a bit cold. In general, the temperature in the daytime is around 12 -18°C (54 - 64°F). Besides, there may be winds in the mountain areas, which makes the apparent temperature a bit lower.
The average rainfall for Zhangjiajie in October is about 93 mm, scattered over about 13 rainy days. For Zhangjiajie, a city with much rain nearly all year round, the rainfall this month is actually at a moderate level, comparatively favorable for traveling there.
The humidity is about 77% on average. In general, you will feel humid, especially in mountain areas on cloudy and rainy days.
In October, the day time lasts for about 12 hours at the beginning of the month, but for only about 11 hours at the end of the month. With the shortening daylight hours, you may need to take some necessary measures, such as getting up early or making more compact itineraries, to make full use of the time and visit as many attractions as possible.
The average sunshine hours per day are about 4, and the UV index is not low at about 7. Considering that your Zhangjiajie trip will include many outdoor activities in the mountain areas, sun protection measures are still necessary.
Clothes for downtown areas: The weather of Zhangjiajie downtown areas is relatively cool but not cold, and you are advised to wear long-sleeved shirts plus jackets as the upper and thick sweatpants as the bottom. For cooler mornings and evenings, you may need to change the long-sleeved shirts into thicker hoodies.
Clothes for mountain areas: To keep warm in a little cold mountain areas, you need thicker clothes. Specifically, with the hoodies or shirts as the inner layer, 3-in-1 jackets are highly recommended as the outer layer, which are able to prevent both wind and rain. In late October, those who are sensitive to coldness may need lightweight down jackets. As for the bottom, inside the thick sweatpants, you are advised to wear long johns or thermal pants.
Shoes: To stay comfy and safe, especially when climbing mountains, you are recommended to wear slip-resistant walking shoes. Considering that you may encounter rain, perhaps you can pack a pair of waterproof ones.
Others: Raincoats or umbrellas are never unnecessary in Zhangjiajie. In addition, sun-protection items like sunglasses, sunhats, and sunscreen are needed for sunny days.
In short: cool and pleasant overall; no much rain; a good month for visiting Zhangjiajie
Is It Cold in Zhangjiajie in October?
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Compared with the downtown areas, the mountain areas may be a bit cold. In general, the temperature in the daytime is around 12 -18°C (54 - 64°F). Besides, there may be winds in the mountain areas, which makes the apparent temperature a bit lower.
Rainfall & Humidity
The humidity is about 77% on average. In general, you will feel humid, especially in mountain areas on cloudy and rainy days.
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| Sunny Zhangjiajie in October |
Daylight & Sunshine Hours
The average sunshine hours per day are about 4, and the UV index is not low at about 7. Considering that your Zhangjiajie trip will include many outdoor activities in the mountain areas, sun protection measures are still necessary.
Averages for Zhangjiajie Weather in October
Temperature: 18°C / 64°F
High Temperature: 23°C / 73°F
Low Temperature: 14°C / 57°F
Humidity: 77%
Rainfall: 93 mm
Sunrise: 06:31 ~ 06:50
Sunset: 17:53 ~ 18:24
Air Quality in October
Average AQI:41
Average AQI:41
Is October A Good Time to Visit Zhangjiajie?
October is one of the best months to visit Zhangjiajie, and it will offer you many pleasant travel experiences:
(1) During your visit, you will encounter many sunny days, when the visibility is high and you can have a clear look at various attractions. Besides, you will not feel that the sunshine is too intense.
(2) Whether you are visiting low-altitude downtown areas or hiking in high-altitude attractions like Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, you will find that the temperature is mostly comfortable, neither hot nor too cold.
(3) You will not meet a sea of tourists, as long as you avoid the National Day Holiday in early October. The cost of accommodation will also be relatively low thanks to fewer demands.
(4) October is a good time to see the cloud sea. Besides, at the end of the month, amongst the vast expanse of green trees, you may see scattered yellow and red leaves.
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What to Wear in October in Zhangjiajie
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Clothes for downtown areas: The weather of Zhangjiajie downtown areas is relatively cool but not cold, and you are advised to wear long-sleeved shirts plus jackets as the upper and thick sweatpants as the bottom. For cooler mornings and evenings, you may need to change the long-sleeved shirts into thicker hoodies. Clothes for mountain areas: To keep warm in a little cold mountain areas, you need thicker clothes. Specifically, with the hoodies or shirts as the inner layer, 3-in-1 jackets are highly recommended as the outer layer, which are able to prevent both wind and rain. In late October, those who are sensitive to coldness may need lightweight down jackets. As for the bottom, inside the thick sweatpants, you are advised to wear long johns or thermal pants. Shoes: To stay comfy and safe, especially when climbing mountains, you are recommended to wear slip-resistant walking shoes. Considering that you may encounter rain, perhaps you can pack a pair of waterproof ones. Others: Raincoats or umbrellas are never unnecessary in Zhangjiajie. In addition, sun-protection items like sunglasses, sunhats, and sunscreen are needed for sunny days.Tips for Visiting Zhangjiajie in October
As mentioned above, the climate of Zhangjiajie in October is favorable for visiting all kinds of attractions. However, there are still some tips you should not ignore during your trip.
Avoid Golden Week in Early October
In early October, the Chinese welcome their Golden Week: the 7 or 8-day-long National Day Holiday, which is from October 1st to 8th in 2025. To spend their long vacation, many will travel to various famous tourist cities, including Zhangjiajie. As a result, entrances of many attractions of Zhangjiajie will be lined up, and nearly all hotels will raise their prices. Therefore, you are not recommended to visit Zhangjiajie during this period at all. If you insist, please be sure to: book entry tickets and hotels as early as possible; go to the attractions early in the morning to shorten the time waiting in lines; and do not make the itinerary too compact and leave some time for unexpected queues.
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| Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge Full of Tourists |
Other Tips
1. Keep an eye on the weather forecast. To keep safe and be able to view the scenery clearly, you are advised to avoid visiting mountain areas on rainy days. If it is too late to adjust the itinerary, you’d better prepare an extra set of clothes on the basis of bringing rain gear, because even if you wear a raincoat while climbing, your clothes may get wet.
2. At the end of October, there are indeed red leaves in Zhangjiajie, but not many yet. If you want to see colorful leaves all over the mountains, early November is a better time.
3. If you want to see the sea of clouds at Yangjiajie Scenic Area, Tianmen Mountain, and other famous spots, go early in the morning after a rainy day, when the possibility of seeing the majestic view is higher.
What is the temperature in Zhangjiajie in October?
High/Low Temperatures of Zhangjiajie in October
Air Quality of Zhangjiajie in October
Historical Zhangjiajie Weather in October
| Oct | Temperature | Sunrise / Sunset | Humi- dity (%) | |
| High | Low | |||
| 1 | 25.8°C / 78.4°F | 17.4°C / 63.3°F | 06:31 / 18:24 | 77 |
| 2 | 25.5°C / 77.9°F | 17.2°C / 63°F | 06:31 / 18:23 | 91 |
| 3 | 25.3°C / 77.5°F | 17°C / 62.6°F | 06:32 / 18:21 | 92 |
| 4 | 25°C / 77°F | 16.9°C / 62.4°F | 06:32 / 18:20 | 92 |
| 5 | 24.8°C / 76.6°F | 16.7°C / 62F | 06:33 / 18:19 | 84 |
| 6 | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 16.5°C / 61.7°F | 06:34 / 18:18 | 69 |
| 7 | 24.3°C / 75.7°F | 16.3°C / 61.3°F | 06:34 / 18:17 | 61 |
| 8 | 24.1°C / 75.4°F | 16.1°C / 61°F | 06:35 / 18:16 | 60 |
| 9 | 23.8°C / 74.8°F | 15.9°C / 60.6°F | 06:35 / 18:15 | 66 |
| 10 | 23.6°C / 74.5°F | 15.7°C / 60.3°F | 06:36 / 18:13 | 91 |
| 11 | 23.4°C / 74.1°F | 15.6°C / 60.1°F | 06:37 / 18:12 | 79 |
| 12 | 23.2°C / 73.8°F | 15.4°C / 59.7°F | 06:37 / 18:11 | 94 |
| 13 | 23°C / 73.4°F | 15.2°C / 59.4°F | 06:38 / 18:10 | 85 |
| 14 | 22.9°C / 73.2°F | 15°C / 59°F | 06:38 / 18:09 | 82 |
| 15 | 22.7°C / 72.9°F | 14.8°C / 58.6°F | 06:39 / 18:08 | 79 |
| 16 | 22.6°C / 72.7°F | 14.6°C / 58.3°F | 06:40 / 18:07 | 88 |
| 17 | 22.4°C / 72.3°F | 14.4°C / 57.9°F | 06:40 / 18:06 | 90 |
| 18 | 22.3°C / 72.1°F | 14.3°C / 57.7°F | 06:41 / 18:05 | 89 |
| 19 | 22.2°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57.2°F | 06:42 / 18:04 | 72 |
| 20 | 22.1°C / 71.8°F | 13.9°C / 57°F | 06:42 / 18:03 | 62 |
| 21 | 22°C / 71.6°F | 13.7°C / 56.7°F | 06:43 / 18:02 | 61 |
| 22 | 21.9°C / 71.4°F | 13.5°C / 56.3°F | 06:43 / 18:02 | 61 |
| 23 | 21.8°C / 71.2°F | 13.4°C /56.1°F | 06:44 / 18:00 | 63 |
| 24 | 21.7°C / 71.1°F | 13.2°C / 55.8°F | 06:45 / 17:59 | 63 |
| 25 | 21.6°C / 70.9°F | 13°C / 55.4°F | 06:46 / 17:58 | 62 |
| 26 | 21.5°C / 70.7°F | 12.9°C / 55.2°F | 06:46 / 17:57 | 62 |
| 27 | 21.4°C / 70.5°F | 12.7°C / 54.9°F | 06:47 / 17:57 | 66 |
| 28 | 21.3°C / 70.3°F | 12.5°C / 54.5°F | 06:48 / 17:56 | 55 |
| 29 | 21.2°C / 70.2°F | 12.4°C / 54.3°F | 06:48 / 17:55 | 59 |
| 30 | 21.1°C / 70°F | 12.2°C / 54°F | 06:49 / 17:54 | 42 |
| 31 | 21°C / 69.8°F | 12°C / 53.6°F | 06:50 / 17:53 | 41 |
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- Last updated on Sep. 04, 2025 by Demi Li -