Qinghai Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Qinghai, China in October.

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Xining Golmud

Planning a journey to Qinghai, China this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Qinghai in October

Qinghai, China is a region in China. October in Qinghai generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Xining.

For a closer look at conditions across Qinghai, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Golmud with an average of 5 mm (0.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Xining with 52 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Xining enjoys approximately 209 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Qinghai in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Qinghai.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Qinghai

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Qinghai, China?

Temperature range in Qinghai (October)

Precipitation variation in Qinghai (October)

Xining

In October Xining generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
209 hours
211 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
8 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Xining →

Golmud

In October Golmud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Golmud →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Qinghai in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xining 12°C (54°F) -1°C (30°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Golmud 12°C (54°F) -1°C (30°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)

Qinghai weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Qinghai, China in October?

October in Qinghai, China brings unpleasant weather. In Xining, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Qinghai, China in October?

In Xining, the average daytime high in October is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Qinghai, China get a lot of snow/rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Qinghai, China during October, with Xining averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Qinghai, China?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Qinghai, China due to the typically unpleasant weather in Xining.

Generally speaking, June provides perfect weather in Xining. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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