Shanxi Weather in October

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

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Taiyuan Pingyao Datong Linfen

Planning a trip to Shanxi, China this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Shanxi in October

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Taihuai at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Yuncheng at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Yuncheng and 1°C (34°F) in Taihuai.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Datong with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Linfen with 54 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Taiyuan enjoys about 204 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Shanxi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shanxi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Taiyuan)

January2°C (36°F) February6°C (43°F) March12°C (54°F) April19°C (66°F) May25°C (77°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August28°C (82°F) September24°C (75°F) October18°C (64°F) November10°C (50°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shanxi in October

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

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 Shanxi

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

Temperature range in Shanxi (October)

Precipitation variation in Shanxi (October)

Taiyuan

In October Taiyuan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
204 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Taiyuan →

Pingyao

In October Pingyao generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Pingyao →

Datong

In October Datong generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
2°C (36°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Datong →

Linfen

In October Linfen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Linfen →

Yuncheng

In October Yuncheng generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taiyuan 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Pingyao 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Datong 15°C (59°F) 2°C (36°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Linfen 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Yuncheng 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Yangquan 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Shanxi weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Shanxi, China typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Taiyuan average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

In Taiyuan, the average daytime high in October is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

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

October is on the drier side in Shanxi, China. Taiyuan averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Shanxi, China?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Shanxi, China with overall pleasant weather in Taiyuan. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Taiyuan. In contrast, January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Shanxi.

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