Chengdu Weather in October

Season: Autumn 
Overview: 
1. Chengdu’s weather in October becomes significantly cooler. Damp air makes you feel much cooler in reality. 
2. Chengdu experiences low precipitation, which is a good condition for outdoor exploration. 
3. In addition to nice weather conditions, October also has manageable tourist crowds, budget-friendly travel costs, and beautiful fall foliage scenes, making it one of the best times to visit the city. 
4. Early October is the National Day Holiday, lasting usually for seven days. This leads to a travel peak period, so it’s best to avoid visiting during this period. 
 Chengdu experiences a gradually cooler climate in October. During the first few days of the month, you are likely to feel a bit warm, and the daytime temperature ranges from 20-25°C (68-77°F), with the highest temperature even reaching 29 degrees Celsius (84 degrees Fahrenheit). After mid-October, daytime highs basically remain around 15-21°C (59-70°F), making you feel quite cool and comfortable. 

However, there is a considerable temperature difference between day and night. The daily low for most days is around 15°C (59°F). If you plan to catch a sunrise or head to the mountain areas in the morning, make sure to add an extra jacket to stay warm.  

Note: 
(1) If a cold front sweeps through, you may experience a prolonged cooling trend, with daily highs staying below 20°C (68°F) for several consecutive days. 
(2) Occasional rainfall also makes the temperature 1-2°C (2-4°F) lower.
 October in Chengdu witnesses limited rainfall, which is only 35 mm on average. Despite that, this month experiences quite frequent rainy days, averaging 13. October rain is mainly in the form of scattered showers occurring at night, and the precipitation intensity noticeably decreases. Therefore, it’s ok to visit Chengdu with rain gear in hand during this period. 

Surrounding mountain areas receive slightly more rainfall, but there’s rarely extreme weather such as heavy downpours. 

However, Chengdu remains damp in October, caused by its basin terrain and persistent gray days. The average humidity level reaches about 81%, possibly making the perceived temperature cooler. The misty and drizzling climate actually creates a romantic and fresh atmosphere, offering an opportunity to enjoy the unique charm of the city. 
 Entering October, daylight hours decrease gradually, from 11.9 hours to 10.9 hours. What's worse is that sunshine hours are also quite short, at only 3-4 hours of sunshine per day. Therefore, be prepared for the possibility that you may hardly see the sun all day long. The upside is that the UV rays are weakened by the clouds. 
 Definitely yes! October is one of the best times to visit Chengdu. 

The climate of Chengdu in October is cool and comfortable, perfect for various travel activities. Plus, limited rainfall barely affects your outdoor explorations, but adds a misty atmosphere. 

Apart from the beginning of the month, October is a relatively calmer travel month. Attractions are not as crowded as in summer, and hotels and air tickets are easy to book at acceptable prices. More noticeably, late October offers early autumn foliage views. 

First Half of October: It’s ok to wear T-shirts or long-sleeved shirts with a light jacket for daytime visiting. When the temperature cools down at night, a light hoodie or a knit sweater is more suitable. As for the bottom clothing, you can choose light jeans or sweatpants

Second Half of October: You can try following the upper outfits: knitwear with a leather jacket; a warm sweater with a trench coat; a fleece-lined hoodie with a jeans jacket. In terms of bottom clothing, it’s advisable to wear thick jeans or fleece-lined sweatpants. 

Shoes: You are recommended to bring a pair of sneakers, suitable for various travel activities. If you want to look stylish and stay relaxed, comfortable boots are also a nice choice. For outdoor explorations in the mountain area, non-slip and warm hiking shoes are better. 

Accessories: 
For visitors who are sensitive to UV rays, it’s best to pack sunglasses and a sun hat, which are also great tools for impressive photography. 
Light showers are inevitable, so don’t forget to pack rain gear. 

Travel Advice and Tips

1. Early October from the 1st to the 7th coincides with China’s National Day holiday. This is one of the most important public holidays in China, so all the tourist cities would welcome their peak period. You’ll endure overcrowded attractions, long lines for meals, and skyrocketing hotel and flight prices. The travel experience will inevitably be poor, so be sure to avoid this period. 
2. The cozy climate of Chengdu in October makes all popular attractions like Wide and Narrow Alley, Jinli Street, and Wuhou Temple suitable for visiting. In addition, pandas prefer cool and comfortable environments, so relatively low temperatures in October encourage them to spend more time outdoors, making visitors have a much higher chance of spotting them outside in the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. A special tip: they are most active in the early morning, meaning panda enthusiasts should get up early and head to the Base. 
3. By late October, leaves gradually turn yellow or red. Recommended spots to enjoy fall foliage views include People’s Park, Wenshu Monastery, and Thatched Cottage of Du Fu. 
4. It’s always helpful to check the weather forecast when visiting Chengdu in October, as it’s possible to experience a sudden temperature drop. You can adjust your clothing and travel plans based on that.

Oct	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
	High	Low
1	18.7°C / 65.7°F	14.8°C / 58.6°F	06:57 / 18:49	80
2	17.8°C / 64°F	15.5°C / 59.9°F	06:58 / 18:48	76
3	18.3°C / 64.9°F	14.7°C / 58.5°F	06:58 / 18:47	75
4	16.9°C / 62.4°F	13.6°C / 56.5°F	06:59 / 18:46	87
5	21.1°C / 70°F	13.8°C / 56.8°F	06:59 / 18:44	84
6	22.7°C / 72.9°F	14.1°C / 57.4°F	07:00 / 18:43	79
7	21.8°C / 71.2°F	15.2°C / 59.4°F	07:01 / 18:42	75
8	21°C / 69.8°F	17.1°C / 62.8°F	07:01 / 18:41	81
9	24°C / 75.2°F	17.9°C / 64.2°F	07:02 / 18:40	76
10	21.7°C / 71.1°F	18°C / 64.4°F	07:03 / 18:38	82
11	23.7°C / 74.7°F	18°C / 64.4°F	07:03 / 18:37	77
12	21.4°C / 70.5°F	17.1°C / 62.8°F	07:04 / 18:36	58
13	20°C / 68°F	14.5°C / 58.1°F	07:04 / 18:35	61
14	19.3°C / 66.7°F	15.3°C / 59.5°F	07:05 / 18:34	55
15	19.8°C / 67.6°F	14.4°C / 57.9°F	07:06 / 18:33	72
16	22°C / 71.6°F	12.1°C / 53.8°F	07:07 / 18:32	72
17	20.2°C / 68.4°F	15.7°C / 60.3°F	07:07 / 18:30	78
18	18.6°C / 65.5°F	16.1°C / 61°F	07:08 / 18:29	88
19	16.7°C / 62.1°F	14.2°C / 57.6°F	07:09 / 18:28	92
20	22.2°C / 72°F	13.3°C / 55.9°F	07:09 / 18:27	71
21	22°C / 71.6°F	14.4°C / 57.9°F	07:10 / 18:26	70
22	20.5°C / 68.9°F	15.3°C / 59.5°F	07:11 / 18:25	75
23	19.3°C / 66.7°F	14.4°C / 57.9°F	07:11 / 18:24	81
24	21.3°C / 70.3°F	11.9°C / 53.4°F	07:12 / 18:23	79
25	22.4°C / 72.3°F	15.7°C / 60.3°F	07:13 / 18:22	79
26	21.3°C / 70.3°F	16°C / 60.8°F	07:14 / 18:21	80
27	23.4°C / 74.1°F	12.8°C / 55°F	07:14 / 18:20	82
28	20.4°C / 68.7°F	16.7°C / 62.1°F	07:15 / 18:19	79
29	21.7°C / 71.1°F	15°C / 59°F	07:16 / 18:18	83
30	25°C / 77°F	12.6°C / 54.7°F	07:17 / 18:18	80
31	22.3°C / 72.1°F	13.1°C / 55.6°F	07:18 / 18:17	85