Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for October
| Metric | Guangzhou | Hong Kong | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 28°C (82°F)▲ | 27°C (81°F) | Guangzhou |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 21°C (70°F) | 23°C (73°F)▲ | Hong Kong |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days▲ | 7 days | Guangzhou |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 61 mm▲ | 69 mm | Guangzhou |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 10h/day▲ | Hong Kong |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 78% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 14 km/h▲ | 17 km/h | Guangzhou |
Guangzhou and Hong Kong are closely matched in October. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Guangzhou sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Hong Kong is also comfortable at 27°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Guangzhou is the stronger choice in October. Hong Kong receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Guangzhou reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Hong Kong averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.
Guangzhou receives approximately 61 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during October. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Hong Kong sees 69 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Guangzhou the drier option by 1 rain day and 8 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.
Highs of 28°C, lows of 21°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 27°C, lows of 23°C, 7 rain days
Pack for both: a packable rain jacket, an umbrella, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during October.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. October is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Guangzhou | Hong Kong | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 19°C | 7d | 19°C | 4d |
| Feb | 20°C | 10d | 20°C | 6d |
| Mar | 23°C | 15d | 22°C | 10d |
| Apr | 27°C | 18d | 25°C | 14d |
| May | 29°C | 22d | 28°C | 20d |
| Jun | 31°C | 24d | 29°C | 24d |
| Jul | 32°C | 23d | 30°C | 24d |
| Aug | 32°C | 24d | 30°C | 24d |
| Sep | 30°C | 16d | 29°C | 17d |
| Oct | 28°C | 6d | 27°C | 7d |
| Nov | 25°C | 6d | 24°C | 5d |
| Dec | 20°C | 5d | 20°C | 4d |
Guangzhou Weather in October
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