What is the weather like in Xi'an in October?

Expect temperatures between 11°C and 19°C with 23% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Xi'an in October?

Xi'an in October scores 60/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Xi'an in October?

October in Xi'an is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Xi'an Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

19°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

11°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

8days

23% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn season

Essential Travel Info for Xi'an

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

75/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Apr

Monthly Traffic Distribution

457

Jan

496

Feb

483

Mar

350

Apr

355

May

462

Jun

523

Jul

526

Aug

500

Sep

449

Oct

407

Nov

460

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Ürümqi Diwopu (URC)

Beijing Daxing (PKX)

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 Xi'an?

👌Good option with minor considerations(60/100)

Short Answer

Xi'an's October delivers on its reputation: 19°C, 23% rain, 6.4h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 85% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Unhealthy

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Peak tourist season

85% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Health precautions needed

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

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 19.4°C temperatures and low 23% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 19.4°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 19.4°C, 23% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 96/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Xi'an in October averages 19°C with 23% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Xi'an in October

What are the temperatures in Xi'an in October?

Daytime highs average 19°C, nights drop to 11°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Xi'an in October?

Expect around 8 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Xi'an in October?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is October peak season in Xi'an?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Xi'an Weather in October

Xi'an October Weather Calendar