Singapore Singapore Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Singapore is Good
October is Good for Singapore.
October is the inter-monsoon transition. Rain returns to moderate frequency (14 days, 180 mm). Hotel prices pause at shoulder season after the F1 spike: 4-star at $145-265 / S$185-340.
Deepavali (Diwali) — the Indian Festival of Lights — brings Little India alive with elaborate illuminations along Serangoon Road. The festival period (typically late October) has nightly cultural performances at the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple area.
Travel score
Wet end + Deepavali + Korean Hangul Day + value
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 75°F / 24°C lows — wet end. 12 rainy days, 195mm. Humidity 82%. 5.5 hours of sunshine. Haze season end.
October Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + SPF 50 + folding umbrella. 'Deepavali' (varies by year, October-November, Indian festival of lights) — Little India streets 100% lit up, signature. Korean Hangul Day (Oct 9) + Foundation Day (Oct 3) public holidays.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Hangul Day + Foundation Day + Deepavali — Asia-Singapore $440-790 round-trip. Mid-to-late October weekdays are the value window.
October Pricing Trends
Wet end — Bugis/Chinatown 3-star $105-200/night. Hangul Day weekend 1.5x.
Singapore October Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
14
180mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
83%
Muggy
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
29°C
Swimming ideal
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
35 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
38°C
Nighttime
28°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Post-F1 calmer scene + lower prices
- Deepavali Little India illuminations
- Manageable visitor volumes
Cons
- Inter-monsoon variable weather
- Late-haze-season risk through mid-month
- Rain return — afternoon showers daily
October Events & Festivals
- Deepavali / Diwali (Indian Festival of Lights — Little India illuminations)
- Singapore Wine Festival
Singapore in October — Full Picture
October is the inter-monsoon transition. Rain returns to moderate frequency (14 days, 180 mm). Hotel prices pause at shoulder season after the F1 spike: 4-star at $145-265 / S$185-340.
Deepavali (Diwali) — the Indian Festival of Lights — brings Little India alive with elaborate illuminations along Serangoon Road. The festival period (typically late October) has nightly cultural performances at the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple area.
Haze season is winding down — most years see PSI drop below 100 by mid-October. The post-F1 hotel scene is at its calmest of the second half.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Inter-monsoon — variable rain. 31°C/25°C, 83% humidity. Quick-dry clothing, rain jacket, foldable umbrella. Possible Indonesian haze through mid-month.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
32°C
24.7°C
13.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
25°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current31°C
24.7°C
14.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
30.3°C
24°C
14/mo
Singapore Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30° | 24° | 15d·240mm | 5.5h | 84% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| February (Best) | 31° | 24° | 10d·110mm | 6.5h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 32° | 24° | 13d·175mm | 6.5h | 81% | 12 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 32° | 25° | 14d·175mm | 6.5h | 82% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 13d·170mm | 6h | 84% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·160mm | 6h | 82% | 12 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·150mm | 6h | 82% | 12 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·145mm | 6.5h | 81% | 12 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·165mm | 6h | 81% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 14d·180mm | 6h | 83% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 16d·260mm | 5h | 85% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 30° | 24° | 17d·290mm | 5h | 86% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
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Singapore October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Singapore?
Singapore in October is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Singapore in October?
Singapore October averages a high of 31°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Singapore in October?
Singapore October averages 180mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Singapore in October?
Inter-monsoon — variable rain. 31°C/25°C, 83% humidity. Quick-dry clothing, rain jacket, foldable umbrella. Possible Indonesian haze through mid-month.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Singapore in October?
Singapore October sunrise is 06:55 and sunset is 18:55, with 12h 00m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Singapore in October?
Singapore October air quality (AQI) averages 48, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Singapore in October?
In October, Singapore is great for Deepavali Little India lights, Singapore Wine Festival, Universal Studios.
Is October peak season in Singapore?
Singapore October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.