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In Bắc Kạn, October brings high daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to 20°C (68°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, February, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Bắc Kạn.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bắc Kạn - and find the best time to visit.
34-year average (1992-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bắc Kạn typically drop from around 30°C (86°F) at the start of October to approximately 27°C (81°F) by the end. Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 18°C (64°F) to 21°C (70°F).
34-year average (1992-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bắc Kạn spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 32 years of weather observations in Bắc Kạn between 1993 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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