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Sichuan Weather in October

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

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Chengdu Emeishan Jiuzhaigou Mianyang

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

What to Expect in Sichuan in October

Sichuan, China is a region in China. The weather in Sichuan in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Aba at 8°C (46°F) to warm in Suining at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Suining and -5°C (23°F) in Aba.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Xipu with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Dujiangyan with 173 mm (6.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Chengdu receives about 61 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Sichuan in October

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

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 Sichuan

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

Temperature range in Sichuan (October)

Precipitation variation in Sichuan (October)

Chengdu

In October Chengdu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
61 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chengdu →

Emeishan

In October Emeishan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Emeishan →

Jiuzhaigou

In October Jiuzhaigou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Jiuzhaigou →

Mianyang

In October Mianyang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Mianyang →

Ya'an

In October Ya'an generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ya'an →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sichuan, in China.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chengdu 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Emeishan 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Jiuzhaigou 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Mianyang 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Ya'an 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Xichang 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)

Sichuan weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Sichuan, China in October. The popular destination of Chengdu averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

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

Chengdu averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

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

October is on the drier side in Sichuan, China. Chengdu averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Sichuan, China?

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

Generally speaking, March, April, May, October and November provide perfect weather in Chengdu. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Sichuan.

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