Monthly climate guide
Harbin weather in October
October in Harbin is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 12°C (53°F) and night-time lows near 0°C (32°F). The month usually brings about 26 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 10°C cooler than September and 13°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Rain is well below Harbin's usual level (around 51% less).
- It cools down fast from here: November is about 13°C cooler.
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Harbin.
- Pack for frost — nights average 0°C in October.
Avg high
12°C
53°F
Avg low
0°C
32°F
Rainfall
26 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
46%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Harbin weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -14°C / 6°F | -25°C / -13°F | 5 mm | 90% | 38% |
| February | -8°C / 17°F | -21°C / -5°F | 8 mm | 86% | 41% |
| March | 2°C / 36°F | -10°C / 14°F | 10 mm | 72% | 49% |
| April | 13°C / 55°F | 0°C / 32°F | 20 mm | 58% | 55% |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 8°C / 46°F | 75 mm | 62% | 65% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 14°C / 58°F | 120 mm | 69% | 64% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 18°C / 65°F | 136 mm | 73% | 64% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 17°C / 62°F | 137 mm | 76% | 66% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 9°C / 49°F | 74 mm | 72% | 50% |
| October | 12°C / 53°F | 0°C / 32°F | 26 mm | 71% | 46% |
| November | -1°C / 30°F | -10°C / 13°F | 20 mm | 78% | 50% |
| December | -12°C / 10°F | -21°C / -7°F | 9 mm | 88% | 44% |
What to pack for October
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is October a good time to visit Harbin?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Harbin →Other China cities in October
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Harbin in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Harbin?
October is cool in Harbin, with highs around 12°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Harbin in October?
Average highs are about 12°C (53°F) and average lows about 0°C (32°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Harbin in October?
Harbin typically gets around 26 mm of rain in October — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Harbin (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.