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Lijiang Weather in October

Lijiang weather in October is pleasant and suitable for outdoor activities. The average temperature is about 20°C (68°F) in the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. The city steps into its dry season in this month, and the monthly average total precipitation sharply drops to about 70mm. It seldom rains and sunshine is abundant.

The Mid-Autumn Festival may fall on October, in accordance with the Chinese Lunar Calendar. If travelers come to Lijiang during the festival, they can participate in the unique celebration of the local people. Before the festival, the locals usually make sweet and crispy moon cakes and present them to relatives and friends. On the festive day, they will prepare moon cakes, Banta (a special dessert), soybeans, walnuts, Chinese chestnuts, and various fruits and savor them while waiting for the moon to fully rise. There are also featured campfire parties in the Old Town of Lijiang, providing a happy occasion to make new friends.

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Averages for Lijiang Weather in October

Temperature: 18°C / 64°F

High Temperature: 20°C / 68°F

Low Temperature: 9°C / 48°F

Humidity: 73

Rainfall: 70mm

Rainy Days: 12 days

Sunrise: 07:12 ~ 07:29

Sunset: 18:37 ~ 19:05

Air Quality in October
Average AQI:23

What to Wear in Lijiang in October

The autumn climate in Lijiang in October is warm; travelers can wear suits, T-shirts, light jeans, casual clothes by day, and add coats, wind coats, jackets, or sweaters at night. Considering that there are many sunny days in October, it is better to prepare a pair of sunglasses when going outdoors.

Where to Go in Lijiang in October

October is the high time to admire kelsang flowers. The flowers blossom at the beginning of October, forming a sea of flowers. The most famous sites to appreciate kelsang flowers in Lijiang are the Dongba valley and Wenbi Lake, where kelsang flowers are accompanied with wooden Naxi houses. The beautiful view brings travelers to this fairyland of peace.

The Tiger Leaping Gorge is another famous attraction in Lijiang. It is a steep gorge between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain, ranking one of the deepest gorges in the world. Hiking there is a popular activity among travelers. They can experience the excitement of adventure as well as the beautiful scenery of snow mountains.

Other Tips

October 1st to October 7th is the National Day holiday of China and the tourism peak of Lijiang. Travelers need to reserve tickets and accommodation in advance.

What is the temperature in Lijiang in October?

High/Low Temperatures of Lijiang in October

Temperatures Graph of Lijiang in October

Air Quality of Lijiang in October

Historical Lijiang Weather in October

Oct	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Oct	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	20.9°C / 69.6°F	11.2°C / 52.2°F	07:12 / 19:05	95
2	20.9°C / 69.6°F	11.1°C / 52°F	07:12 / 19:04	63
3	20.9°C / 69.6°F	11°C / 51.8°F	07:13 / 19:03	53
4	20.8°C / 69.4°F	10.8°C / 51.4°F	07:13 / 19:02	57
5	20.8°C / 69.4°F	10.7°C / 51.3°F	07:14 / 19:01	67
6	20.8°C / 69.4°F	10.6°C / 51.1°F	07:14 / 19:00	69
7	20.8°C / 69.4°F	10.4°C / 50.7°F	07:15 / 18:59	66
8	20.8°C / 69.4°F	10.3°C / 50.5°F	07:15 / 18:58	81
9	20.7°C / 69.3°F	10.2°C / 50.4°F	07:16 / 18:57	73
10	20.7°C / 69.3°F	10°C / 50°F	07:16 / 18:56	72
11	20.6°C / 69.1°F	9.8°C / 49.6°F	07:17 / 18:55	71
12	20.6°C / 69.1°F	9.7°C / 49.5°F	07:17 / 18:54	88
13	20.5°C / 68.9°F	9.5°C / 49.1°F	07:18 / 18:53	79
14	20.5°C / 68.9°F	9.3°C / 48.7°F	07:18 / 18:52	71
15	20.4°C / 68.7°F	9.1°C / 48.4°F	07:19 / 18:51	61
16	20.3°C / 68.5°F	8.9°C / 48°F	07:19 / 18:50	65
17	20.2°C / 68.4°F	8.7°C / 47.7°F	07:20 / 18:49	67
18	20.2°C / 68.4°F	8.5°C / 47.3°F	07:21 / 18:48	60
19	20.1°C / 68.2°F	8.3°C / 46.9°F	07:21 / 18:47	60
20	20°C / 68°F	8.1°C / 46.6°F	07:22 / 18:46	58
21	19.9°C / 67.8°F	7.9°C / 46.2°F	07:22 / 18:45	44
22	19.7°C / 67.5°F	7.7°C / 45.9°F	07:23 / 18:44	53
23	19.6°C / 67.3°F	7.5°C / 45.5°F	07:23 / 18:43	46
24	19.5°C / 67.1°F	7.3°C / 45.1°F	07:24 / 18:42	49
25	19.4°C / 66.9°F	7.1°C / 44.8°F	07:25 / 18:41	58
26	19.3°C / 66.7°F	6.9°C / 44.4°F	07:25 / 18:41	68
27	19.1°C / 66.4°F	6.7°C / 44.1°F	07:26 / 18:40	76
28	19°C / 66.2°F	6.5°C / 43.7°F	07:27 / 18:39	86
29	18.9°C / 66°F	6.3°C / 43.3°F	07:27 / 18:38	89
30	18.8°C / 65.8°F	6.2°C / 43.2°F	07:28 / 18:37	79
31	18.6°C / 65.5°F	6°C / 42.8°F	07:29 / 18:37	66

- Last updated on Nov. 26, 2024 by Demi Li -

Questions & Answers on Lijiang Weather in October

Asked by Taeyang from VIETNAM | Jul. 01, 2019 20:42

When will the leaves turn yellow in Lijiang?

Answers (1)

Answered by Frank from GERMANY | Jul. 02, 2019 02:12

Generally speaking, November and December, the leaves will turn yellow.