Dunhuang weather in October (Gansu, China)
Curious about the October weather in Dunhuang? This guide provides all the details you need.
In Dunhuang the weather in October is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and almost no rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.
Dunhuang in October usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1.3 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Typically around 1 day of rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 281 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
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.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dunhuang climate page with graphs.
Dunhuang, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
2%
Precipitation
1.3 mm
Rainy days
1 day
Humidity
45%
Sunshine
281 hours
Percentage Sunshine
82%
Where to go in China in October
Find out more about the weather in China in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Dunhuang in October?
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 in October.
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