October weather forecast
Dunhuang, China

October

Weather in October

October in Dunhuang witnesses the wholesome aura of autumn with the treasured combination of pleasant temperatures and clear skies. The city is blanketed by the reddish hues of the season, bringing a picturesque view with it. Rain remains a rare occurrence, making way for outdoor activities despite the shortening days. As November approaches, Dunhuang braces for colder days, marking the impending arrival of winter.

Temperature

The arrival of October signals a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 24.7°C (76.5°F) in September to a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F). Dunhuang's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a chilly 7.7°C (45.9°F).

Humidity

In Dunhuang, China, the average relative humidity in October is 23%.

Rainfall

September and October are months without rainfall in Dunhuang.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:40 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.9h.

UV index

In Dunhuang, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?
An average high-temperature, in October, in Dunhuang, is 16.8°C (62.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Dunhuang, the average relative humidity in October is 23%.
What is the driest month?
September and October are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in October?
In Dunhuang, in October, it doesn't rain. In November, it rains.
When it does not snow?
In Dunhuang, snow does not fall in April through October.
Does it snow in October?
In Dunhuang, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Dunhuang have in October?
In Dunhuang, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:40 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Dunhuang have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.
How high is the UV index in October?
In Dunhuang, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Dunhuang, China
Average temperature in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average high temperature in October: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°C).

Average pressure in October - Dunhuang, China
Average pressure in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average pressure in October: 1020.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1030.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Dunhuang, China
Average wind speed in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average wind speed in October: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9km/h).

Average humidity in October - Dunhuang, China
Average humidity in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average humidity in October: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (45%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (18%).

Average rainfall in October - Dunhuang, China
Average rainfall in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average rainfall in October: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (7mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Dunhuang, China
Average rainfall days in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average rainfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (3.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in October - Dunhuang, China
Average snowfall in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Dunhuang, China
Average snowfall days in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dunhuang, China
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October - Dunhuang, China
Average sunshine days in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average sunshine days in October: 30.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (26.3 days).

Average UV index in October - Dunhuang, China
Average UV index in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October - Dunhuang, China
Average cloud cover in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October - Dunhuang, China
Average visibility in October
Dunhuang, China
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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