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Dunhuang weather in October (Gansu, China)

Will it be warm or cold in Dunhuang this October? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

For October, the weather in Dunhuang is generally perfect, featuring pleasant temperatures and almost no rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 19°C. At night, it falls to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Dunhuang in October usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1.3 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Typically around a single day days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 281 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. April, May, June, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Dunhuang, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 1.3 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 45%  
SunshineSunshine 281 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 82%  

Where to go in China in October

Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Dunhuang, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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