China Shanghai Weather in October (peak autumn · second-best month) — Climate Guide
October (peak autumn · second-best month) in Shanghai is Perfect
October (peak autumn · second-best month) is Perfect for Shanghai.
Shanghai's best month after April — 16/23°C, low rainfall, golden ginkgo trees on Yan'an Road. **Avoid October 1-7 (Golden Week)** — domestic crowds triple + hotels spike 1.5-2x. Best Oct 8-31 — clear weather + hairy crab peak.
Travel score
Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) Weather Stats
Avg High
23°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
8
50mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
76%
Cool + dry
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 13
Sea Temp
23°C
Mild
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
October (peak autumn · second-best month) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
30 μg/m³
PM10
50 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
23°C
Nighttime
15°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 13 km/h
Activities Recommended for October (peak autumn · second-best month)
October (peak autumn · second-best month) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal 16/23°C
- Low rainfall
- Golden ginkgo trees
- Hairy crab peak
Cons
- Golden Week Oct 1-7 chaos
- Hotel prices peak Oct 8-31
- Need to book trains ahead
October (peak autumn · second-best month) Events & Festivals
- National Day Golden Week (Oct 1-7 — domestic travel peak)
- Hairy crab peak
Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month) — Full Picture
Shanghai's best month after April — 16/23°C, low rainfall, golden ginkgo trees on Yan'an Road. **Avoid October 1-7 (Golden Week)** — domestic crowds triple + hotels spike 1.5-2x. Best Oct 8-31 — clear weather + hairy crab peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + light jacket. Long pants + scarf for evenings.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19°C
11°C
13/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
23.7°C
12.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current22.7°C
15.7°C
9/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
9.7°C
2.3°C
8.3/mo
Shanghai Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8° | 1° | 8d·45mm | 4h | 75% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 2° | 9d·60mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Moderate | Peak | |
| 14° | 6° | 12d·80mm | 5h | 76% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 11° | 13d·95mm | 5h | 78% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 24° | 16° | 14d·105mm | 5h | 80% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 16d·175mm | 5h | 85% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 25° | 11d·130mm | 7h | 82% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 25° | 11d·145mm | 7h | 82% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 28° | 21° | 11d·95mm | 6h | 78% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 23° | 16° | 8d·50mm | 6h | 76% | 5 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 17° | 10° | 8d·55mm | 5h | 73% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 4° | 8d·50mm | 4h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October (peak autumn · second-best month) a good time to visit Shanghai?
Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month) is Perfect. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month)?
Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month)?
Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) averages 50mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month)?
T-shirts + light jacket. Long pants + scarf for evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month)?
Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:15, with 11h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month)?
Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) air quality (AQI) averages 70, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 30μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Shanghai in October (peak autumn · second-best month)?
In October (peak autumn · second-best month), Shanghai is great for Ginkgo tree streets, Hairy crab feasts, Yu Garden + French Concession walks.
Is October (peak autumn · second-best month) peak season in Shanghai?
Shanghai October (peak autumn · second-best month) crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.