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Shangri-La Weather in October
October in Shangri-La typically sees daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.
Rainfall in Shangri-La in October
Typically, you can expect about 11 days of rain this month, with 74 mm (2.9 in) on average. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Shangri-La in October
Temperatures in Shangri-La in October top out at 14°C (57°F) and drop to 3°C (37°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the best months to visit Shangri-La.
Shangri-La Temperature in October
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
71%
Shangri-La Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
41-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Shangri-La typically drop from around 15°C (59°F) at the start of October to approximately 11°C (52°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in October
Historical weather records for Shangri-La in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Shangri-La spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Shangri-La historical weather extremes in October
Our historical data for Shangri-La spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- On October 1, 2021, temperatures climbed to 20°C (68°F), marking the warmest October day on record.
- On October 31, 2017, Shangri-La saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 4°C (39°F).
- The coldest night in October in Shangri-La was on October 30, 2011, with a minimum of -4°C (25°F).
- The wettest day in October Shangri-La was on October 9, 2015 with 35 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation.
Best Places in China in October
Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of China in October →
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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).
What to Wear in Shangri-La in October
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Shangri-La in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Shangri-La 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Shangri-La
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Guangzhou
30°C (86°F) Shenzhen29°C (84°F) Hangzhou25°C (77°F) Shanghai24°C (75°F) Chengdu
22°C (72°F) Xi'an
21°C (70°F) Beijing
21°C (70°F) Qingdao21°C (70°F) Bucket list
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The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
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Go to Xinjiang in China
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Mount Kailash
The best time for a Kailash tour/trekking is from mid-May to mid-October when the temperature is most pleasant. It is warm, dry and sunny in that period.