ChinaThe weather in October in Shanghai
It's warm in October in Shanghai with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Shanghai. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Shanghai, China. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2022, Shanghai reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 70 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Shanghai
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shanghai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Shanghai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 70 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Shanghai with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Shanghai is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Shanghai, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Shanghai
Temperature in October in Shanghai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Shanghai, China. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Shanghai
Total precipitation in October in Shanghai over the years
Daily UV index in October in Shanghai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Shanghai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Shanghai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shanghai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.