Shanghai Weather in October

Shanghai October Scenery

Weather: Temperature gradually falls during October, but some days may still be hot. The average low and high temperatures are 14 °C (57 °F) and 22 °C (72 °F).

Clothing: A T-shirt and a coat are enough for this time of year.

Things to see: The autumn foliage season begins at the end of the month. See places to see autumn leaves in Shanghai.

Be aware: The Chinese National Holiday takes place from October 1 to October 7, and is second only to the Chinese New year travel rush.

The entire nation is traveling at this time, and it is crowded everywhere. You are advised to avoid traveling during this period. Prices of hotel rooms are often higher during the National Holiday, but they will fall to normal rates when the holiday ends.

Planning to travel to Shanghai in October? See China Highlights' Shanghai tours. Check out The Five Best Places to Visit in the Cool October.

Also read Best of Shanghai, Insider Guide

Shanghai Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
October   1 76 °F 24.44 °C 63 °F 17.22 °C
October   2 76 °F 24.44 °C 63 °F 17.22 °C
October   3 75 °F 23.89 °C 62 °F 16.67 °C
October   4 75 °F 23.89 °C 62 °F 16.67 °C
October   5 75 °F 23.89 °C 62 °F 16.67 °C
October   6 74 °F 23.33 °C 61 °F 16.11 °C
October   7 74 °F 23.33 °C 61 °F 16.11 °C
October   8 74 °F 23.33 °C 61 °F 16.11 °C
October   9 73 °F 22.78 °C 60 °F 15.56 °C
October   10 73 °F 22.78 °C 60 °F 15.56 °C
October   11 73 °F 22.78 °C 59 °F 15 °C
October   12 73 °F 22.78 °C 59 °F 15 °C
October   13 72 °F 22.22 °C 59 °F 15 °C
October   14 72 °F 22.22 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
October   15 72 °F 22.22 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
October   16 71 °F 21.67 °C 58 °F 14.44 °C
October   17 71 °F 21.67 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
October   18 71 °F 21.67 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
October   19 70 °F 21.11 °C 57 °F 13.89 °C
October   20 70 °F 21.11 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
October   21 70 °F 21.11 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
October   22 70 °F 21.11 °C 56 °F 13.33 °C
October   23 69 °F 20.56 °C 55 °F 12.78 °C
October   24 69 °F 20.56 °C 55 °F 12.78 °C
October   25 69 °F 20.56 °C 54 °F 12.22 °C
October   26 68 °F 20 °C 54 °F 12.22 °C
October   27 68 °F 20 °C 54 °F 12.22 °C
October   28 68 °F 20 °C 53 °F 11.67 °C
October   29 67 °F 19.44 °C 53 °F 11.67 °C
October   30 67 °F 19.44 °C 53 °F 11.67 °C
October   31 67 °F 19.44 °C 52 °F 11.11 °C

Shanghai Climate Information by Month

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Q: san Asked on 2013-05-17 Reply
Hi, i''m san, i''m visiting shanghai from 25th sept to 5th oct, since it''s going to be a golden week holiday in china, do u think it''ll be too crowded for me to get out of shanghai airport on my return trip to singapore. thank you
Q: stephen Asked on 2012-10-21 Reply
will be in shanghai from 26th October to 31st October, what clothes should i bring?
Hi Stephen, at the end of Octover in Shanghai, the average low and high temperatures are, respectively, 11.11 °C (52 °F ) and 20 °C (68 °F). You can prepare long-leeve shirts, light coats and sweaters. You can also check the up to date information via this website: http://www.weather.com.cn/english/ Whitney Liao Replied on 2012-10-23
Q: D.K. Lum Asked on 2010-09-25 Reply
Hello, I will be heading to shanghai (Pudong) on the 7th Oct 2010, may i know the best clothing i should bring, is it starting to get cold? How cold can the tempretature rises
Hi D.K. Lum, You may wear coat or sweater when you are in Shanghai. The temperature varies from 12 to 20 degree celsius. Wish you a nice time in Shanghai. Grace Wang Replied on 2010-09-26
Q: willian chu Asked on 2010-09-23 Reply
what clothes shall i bring when i take a trip to shanghai during oct. 18 to oct. 26? much appreciate if someone can give me help.
Hi Willian, Warm coats and sweaters need to bring during your stay in Shanghai. Please feel free contact me at nancy@chinahighlights.com if you need any tours, hotels and transfer in Shanghai or other cities in China. Nancy Nancy Deng Replied on 2010-09-24
Q: c. s. ong Asked on 2010-09-21 Reply
as i will be going to Shanghai on 17th Oct, may i know what kind of clothing should i bring along. i'm a 55 years old man and quite sensitive to cold. thank you.
It is getting colder from middle of September and now the highest temperature in Shanghai is around 20 centigrade. In the mid of October, it will be even colder. I believe sweater and heavy coat will be needed in morning and evening. Jean Fu Replied on 2010-09-23