Verdict: Excellent month
Shanghai Weather in October
October hits the sweet spot in Shanghai — highs around 23°C (73°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 7 wet days in a typical year. Overall, October is one of the best months of the year to be in Shanghai.
Average high
23°C / 73°F
Average low
16°C / 61°F
Rain days
~7
Precipitation
65 mm
What to pack for Shanghai in October
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in Shanghai: Aug (33°C / 91°F) · Coolest: Jan (10°C / 50°F) · Wettest: Jun (~18 rain days)
10°
2°
Jan
11°
3°
Feb
16°
7°
Mar
20°
11°
Apr
25°
16°
May
29°
21°
Jun
32°
25°
Jul
33°
26°
Aug
28°
22°
Sep
23°
16°
Oct
18°
11°
Nov
11°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)