When you travel to Dali, Dali weather in October is warm during daytime but a little cold at night. With average temperature varying from 12°C (54°F) to 21°C (70°F), The climate of Dali in October is not rainy, but sometimes you may encounter sudden rainfall which may bring the temperature down.
Historical Dali Average Daily Temperatures in October
| October |
Average High |
Average Low |
| 1 |
22.6°C / 72.6°F |
13.7°C / 56.6°F |
| 2 |
22.5°C / 72.5°F |
13.6°C / 56.4°F |
| 3 |
22.5°C / 72.5°F |
13.6°C / 56.4°F |
| 4 |
22.4°C / 72.3°F |
13.5°C / 56.3°F |
| 5 |
22.3°C / 64.6°F |
13.5°C / 56.3°F |
| 6 |
22.3°C / 72.1°F |
13.4°C / 56.1°F |
| 7 |
22.2°C / 72°F |
13.3°C / 55.9°F |
| 8 |
22.2°C / 72°F |
13.2°C / 55.7°F |
| 9 |
22.1°C / 71.8°F |
13.1°C / 55.5°F |
| 10 |
22°C / 71.6°F |
13°C / 55.4°F |
| 11 |
21.9°C / 71.4°F |
12.9°C / 55.2°F |
| 12 |
21.9°C / 71.4°F |
12.8°C / 55°F |
| 13 |
21.8°C / 71.2°F |
12.7°C / 54.8°F |
| 14 |
21.7°C / 71°F |
12.6°C / 54.6°F |
| 15 |
21.6°C / 70.8°F |
12.4°C / 54.3°F |
| 16 |
21.5°C / 70.7°F |
12.3°C / 54.1°F |
| 17 |
21.5°C / 70.7°F |
12.1°C / 53.7°F |
| 18 |
21.4°C / 70.5°F |
12°C / 53.6°F |
| 19 |
21.3°C / 70.3°F |
11.8°C / 53.2°F |
| 20 |
21.2°C / 70.1°F |
11.7°C / 53°F |
| 21 |
21.1°C / 69.9°F |
11.5°C / 52.7°F |
| 22 |
21°C / 69.8°F |
11.3°C / 52.3°F |
| 23 |
20.9°C / 69.6°F |
11.1°C / 52°F |
| 24 |
20.7°C / 69.2°F |
10.9°C / 51.6°F |
| 25 |
20.6°C / 69.1°F |
10.7°C / 51.2°F |
| 26 |
20.5°C / 68.9°F |
10.5°C / 50.9°F |
| 27 |
20.4°C / 68.7°F |
10.3°C / 50.5°F |
| 28 |
20.3°C / 68.5°F |
10.1°C / 50.1°F |
| 29 |
20.2°C / 68.3°F |
9.9°C / 49.8°F |
| 30 |
20.1°C / 68.1°F |
9.7°C / 49.4°F |
| 31 |
20°C / 68°F |
9.5°C / 49.1°F |
What to Wear for an October Dali Trip
During the daytime, it’s better to wear long shirts and light pants with a thin coat. At night, add thick clothes to adapt to the cold weather, like thick jackets, or woolen sweater. Walking shoes or sneakers must be taken for long-distance walking. In addition, sunhat and sunglasses would be useful to beat intense UV rays in Dali.
Places to Visit in October Dali
Dali Ancient Town:
It was once the center of Yunnan Province in terms of politics, economy and culture, is worth visiting because of its long history.
Dali Municipal Museum:
It is a great choice to appreciate historical artistic works.
Yan’s Compound:
It can leave a great impression on travelers with its magnificent folk architecture of Bai ethnic minority.
Bai Autonomous Prefecture Museum:
It is a great choice to appreciate historical artistic works.
Erhai Lake:
It is worth to visit. If you have enough time, riding a bike around it is a comfortable and unique experience.

Three Pagodas and Chongsheng Monastery:
The magnificent Chongsheng Temple and the well-known Three Pagodas are the symbol of Dali.

Cangshan Mountain:
It is another scenic spot to choose. If you would like to enjoy natural beauty.
Caicun Village:
Staying overnight at Cai Village for beautiful sunrise over the Erhai Lake is also recommended. Enjoying charming flowers there.
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