Guangzhou vs Shenzhen

Guangzhou and Shenzhen 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. Shenzhen is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Guangzhou is the stronger choice in October. Shenzhen 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.

Shenzhen averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 22°C (72°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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.

Shenzhen sees 61 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Guangzhou the drier option by 1 rain day and 0 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.