Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Shanghai in October
Shanghai cools off: highs slip to 73°F (23°C), from 82°F in September, with lows of 60°F (15°C) and about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 82/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.0 in (77 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 73°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 60°F (15°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.0 in (77 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Shanghai's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 63°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in September to 82/100.
- October sits inside the Apr – May, Sep – Oct window our Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.0 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Shanghai in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Yu Garden
Ming dynasty classical garden of rockeries, ponds and pavilions in the old city.
Why now October scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Zhujiajiao Water Town
Canal town with stone bridges and old houses on Shanghai's western edge.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 3.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Tianzifang
Maze of shikumen lane houses filled with small shops and studios.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Former French Concession
Plane-tree streets of villas, boutiques and cafes, centered on Wukang and Anfu roads.
The Bund
Riverside promenade of 1920s banks and hotels facing the Pudong skyline.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Shanghai in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Shanghai?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain. October is inside the Apr – May, Sep – Oct window our Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai route recommends.
How hot is Shanghai in October?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 60°F (15°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in October?
Some: about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.6 in (1286 mm).
What should I pack for Shanghai in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.0 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Shanghai
Routes in season in October
- Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai Apr – May, Sep – Oct
Planning Shanghai in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.