What is the weather like in Chongqing in October?

Expect temperatures between 16°C and 22°C with 38% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Chongqing in October?

Chongqing in October scores 59/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Chongqing in October?

October in Chongqing is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Chongqing Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

22°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

16°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

31days

38% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn season

Essential Travel Info for Chongqing

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Well Connected

71/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jul

Low

Apr

Monthly Traffic Distribution

447

Jan

426

Feb

427

Mar

323

Apr

325

May

431

Jun

472

Jul

445

Aug

422

Sep

410

Oct

369

Nov

432

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Beijing Capital (PEK)

Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan (HGH)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There is anoutbreak of chikungunyain Guangdong Province, China.Chikungunya vaccinationis recommended for people traveling to an area with a chikungunya outbreak.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to China.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Chongqing?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(59/100)

Short Answer

Chongqing's October delivers on its reputation: 22°C, 38% rain, 4.4h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 87% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Unhealthy

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Peak tourist season

87% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Ideal temperature range

21.7°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Chongqing in October averages 22°C with 38% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Chongqing in October

What are the temperatures in Chongqing in October?

Daytime highs average 22°C, nights drop to 16°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Chongqing in October?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Chongqing in October?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is October peak season in Chongqing?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Chongqing Weather in October

Chongqing October Weather Calendar