October 16 is generally a great time to visit Suzhou. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. As it's peak season for Suzhou, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Suzhou
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Connect
Suzhou has many free Wi-Fi access points...
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Suzhou Weather Forecast for October 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.8°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Suzhou in October
Based on historical data for October 16, Suzhou typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 22.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Suzhou
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
48%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.9 hPa
Low volatility
Suzhou Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 47 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 71 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 118 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.9°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in China
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~104
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Suzhou
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:01
☀️ Noon
11:44
🌇 Sunset
17:27
⏱️ Daylight
11h 25m
Wind Speed
16.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Suzhou
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Suzhou on October 16 averages 22.8°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Suzhou Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 10
24.1°C • 15% rain
Score
100
October 11
24.1°C • 13% rain
Score
100
October 12
23.9°C • 14% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Suzhou Worth Visiting on October 16?
Planning a trip to Suzhou on October 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.8°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 104 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.9°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 12.1°C in 2019.