Shaanxi Weather in October

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

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Planning a getaway to Shaanxi, China this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Shaanxi in October

Shaanxi, China is a region in China. October in Shaanxi generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Baoji at 17°C (63°F) and pleasant in Xi'an at 21°C (70°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Xi'an and 8°C (46°F) in Baoji.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lintong with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Shiquan with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during October. Xi'an experiences about 96 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Shaanxi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shaanxi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Xi'an)

January7°C (45°F) February12°C (54°F) March18°C (64°F) April24°C (75°F) May29°C (84°F) This monthJune33°C (91°F) July34°C (93°F) August33°C (91°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shaanxi in October

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

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 Shaanxi

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

Temperature range in Shaanxi (October)

Precipitation variation in Shaanxi (October)

Xi'an

In October Xi'an generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
96 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Xi'an →

Xianyang

In October Xianyang generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
96 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Xianyang →

Chang'an

In October Chang'an generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
96 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Chang'an →

Lintong

In October Lintong generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
96 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Lintong →

Baoji

In October Baoji generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xi'an 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Xianyang 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Chang'an 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Lintong 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Baoji 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Shiquan 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Shaanxi weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Shaanxi, China typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Xi'an average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Xi'an peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in October, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Shaanxi, China get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Shaanxi, China during October, with Xi'an averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Shaanxi, China?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Shaanxi, China with overall perfect weather in Xi'an. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Xi'an. On the other hand, the weather in July and August tend to be poor.

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