Shandong Weather in October

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

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Qingdao Jinan Linyi Penglai

Are you planning a trip a to Shandong, China in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Shandong in October

Shandong, China is a region in China. October in Shandong generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Penglai at 19°C (66°F) and warm in Shan at 23°C (73°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Shan and 15°C (59°F) in Penglai.

For specific regional insights in Shandong, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Jiyang with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Qingdao with 41 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Qingdao enjoys about 220 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Shandong by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shandong - and find the best time to visit. (based on Qingdao)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September26°C (79°F) October21°C (70°F) November14°C (57°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shandong in October

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

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 Shandong

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

Temperature range in Shandong (October)

Precipitation variation in Shandong (October)

Qingdao

In October Qingdao generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
220 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Qingdao →

Jinan

In October Jinan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
216 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Jinan →

Linyi

In October Linyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Linyi →

Penglai

In October Penglai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
mixed
Climate in Penglai →

Yantai

In October Yantai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
mixed
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Qingdao 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Jinan 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Linyi 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Penglai 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Yantai 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Qufu 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)

Shandong weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Shandong, China typically experiences excellent weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Qingdao average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Shandong, China during October range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Qingdao.

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

Not particularly. Qingdao averages just 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Shandong, China.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Shandong, China?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Shandong, China with overall excellent weather in Qingdao. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Shandong, China is in May, June, September and October with generally excellent weather in Qingdao. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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