Nanjing weather in October
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C, with around 7 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Nanjing. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
22°C
Average low
14°C
Rainy days
7 days
Best months to visit
May, September, October
What to do in Nanjing in October
Whatever the weather, Nanjing rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Walk restored Ming Dynasty City Wall sections
Tour Nanjing's imperial palace museums
Climb Purple Mountain viewing pagoda
Visit Nanjing Massacre memorial sites
Explore riverside parks and temples
Shop for Ming Dynasty antique reproductions
What to pack for October
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
8C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May
26C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
August
31C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
October (you are here)
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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