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China in October: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What October is actually like in China — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.
- Average high
- 19°C
- Average low
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 38mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 7th warmest month of China's year. The 6th wettest month, at 5% of the year's rain.
Public holidays in October
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- October 1, 2027 国庆节 · National Day
- October 4, 2027 国庆节（补假） · National Day (observed)
On in October
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Beijing, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.