Gyalshing Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Gyalshing

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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11.2°C
Avg Low
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2.8°C
Avg Temp
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7.0°C
Avg Rain
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45 mm
Avg Humidity
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81%
Avg Wind
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1.2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.2
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+1.1°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Gyalshing October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Gyalshing, with average highs near 11.2°C and lows around 2.8°C (mean 7°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 45 mm of rainfall and 81% relative humidity across the period.

Gyalshing October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Gyalshing. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Octobers in Gyalshing were 2020 and 2024 — when the month averaged 8.7°C — while the coldest was 1997 at 5°C. Typical October days reach 11.2°C with nights near 2.8°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp6.8°C→7.9°C+1.1°C
Max Temp11.1°C→11.5°C+0.4°C
Min Temp2.5°C→4.2°C+1.7°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

5.0°C–6.0°C5 yr (11%)
6.0°C–7.0°C16 yr (36%)
7.0°C–8.0°C20 yr (44%)
8.0°C–9.0°C4 yr (9%)

Gyalshing October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the drier months in Gyalshing, averaging 45 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2021 with 199 mm, while the driest was 1991 at 3 mm.

Gyalshing October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Gyalshing during October averages 81%. The most humid October was 2021 at 90%, and the least humid was 2012 at 71%.

Gyalshing October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 4.2 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Gyalshing. The sunniest October was 1988 at 5.1 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2024 at 3.5.

Gyalshing October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Gyalshing during October is 1.2 m/s. The windiest Octobers were 1992, 1993 and 1994 at 1.4 m/s, while the calmest were 2020, 2024 and 2025, among others at 1.2 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Gyalshing

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Cold
Morning
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Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How October Ranks in Gyalshing

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌵6th driest month of the year
☀️5th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Gyalshing Weather by Month

Gyalshing October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp6.6°C6.9°C6.9°C6.9°C8.0°C+1.4°C
Avg High11.0°C11.3°C11.3°C11.0°C11.8°C+0.8°C
Avg Low2.3°C2.4°C2.5°C2.9°C4.2°C+1.9°C
Avg Rain28 mm21 mm48 mm42 mm109 mm+81 mm

Extreme October Records in Gyalshing

🔥Warmest October15.4°C1983
🧊Coldest October-4.6°C1989
🌧️Wettest October199 mm2021
🏜️Driest October3 mm1991
🌬️Windiest October1.4 m/s1992

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Gyalshing have risen by about 1.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -4.6°C (1989) to a record high of 15.4°C (1983).

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Rainfall in October is one of the drier months, averaging 45 mm, with a wettest year of 199 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.1°C per decade while lows rose 0.4°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Gyalshing?

A good time to visit Gyalshing

October is a good time to visit Gyalshing, with days averaging 11.2°C and nights around 2.8°C (mean 7°C, warmer than Gyalshing's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. June and September are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Gyalshing's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Gyalshing Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Gyalshing, with average highs near 11.2°C and lows around 2.8°C (mean 7°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 45 mm of rainfall and 81% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 45 mm of rainfall in Gyalshing, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 199 mm (2021), and the driest just 3 mm (1991). Humidity sits around 81% and average wind speed is 1.2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.2 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How October has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 11.1°C to 11.5°C and overnight lows from 2.5°C to 4.2°C over the same span.
October Weather in Gyalshing, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202511.5°C7.9°C4.4°C13.1°C2.3°C145 mm87%1.2 m/s3.7
202412.2°C8.7°C5.1°C15.0°C1.2°C94 mm89%1.2 m/s3.5
202311.0°C7.3°C3.5°C15.3°C-0.1°C90 mm86%1.3 m/s3.8
202211.1°C7.0°C2.9°C14.4°C-3.7°C101 mm86%1.3 m/s4.2
2021 🌧️11.9°C8.4°C4.9°C14.4°C0.3°C199 mm90%1.3 m/s3.8
2020 🔥12.9°C8.7°C4.6°C14.9°C0.3°C24 mm81%1.2 m/s4.3
201911.1°C7.5°C3.9°C13.2°C0.8°C26 mm86%1.2 m/s3.8
20189.7°C5.3°C1.0°C12.7°C-4.0°C21 mm83%1.3 m/s4.2
201711.6°C7.7°C3.9°C14.7°C-1.1°C50 mm87%1.2 m/s3.9
201611.5°C7.8°C4.2°C14.0°C-0.3°C87 mm88%1.3 m/s3.9
201511.1°C7.2°C3.3°C14.3°C0.3°C23 mm85%1.2 m/s4.3
201410.7°C6.7°C2.8°C13.6°C-0.1°C8 mm83%1.2 m/s4.4
201311.0°C6.9°C2.9°C14.2°C-0.9°C131 mm85%1.2 m/s3.6
201210.6°C6.0°C1.5°C14.0°C-3.4°C25 mm71%1.2 m/s4.4
201111.1°C7.0°C2.8°C13.9°C-1.4°C12 mm85%1.2 m/s4.1
201011.4°C7.3°C3.2°C13.2°C0.0°C34 mm83%1.2 m/s3.8
200911.5°C6.9°C2.3°C14.1°C-0.6°C102 mm74%1.2 m/s4.2
200811.0°C6.8°C2.6°C14.3°C-1.0°C58 mm82%1.2 m/s4.4
200711.8°C7.7°C3.6°C14.2°C-1.9°C17 mm84%1.2 m/s4
200610.7°C6.3°C2.0°C14.3°C-1.6°C16 mm82%1.2 m/s4.2
200511.0°C6.8°C2.6°C13.6°C-1.5°C85 mm82%1.2 m/s4.1
200410.1°C5.8°C1.4°C13.1°C-3.1°C40 mm80%1.2 m/s4
200312.2°C7.7°C3.1°C14.3°C1.1°C83 mm76%1.2 m/s4
200210.9°C6.4°C1.8°C14.2°C-1.0°C12 mm77%1.3 m/s4.2
200111.4°C7.2°C3.0°C13.9°C-1.2°C63 mm82%1.2 m/s4.2
200012.2°C7.5°C2.7°C14.7°C-1.9°C6 mm79%1.2 m/s4.4
199911.7°C7.2°C2.7°C13.2°C-2.1°C66 mm81%1.3 m/s3.7
199812.8°C8.6°C4.4°C14.3°C1.3°C52 mm85%1.3 m/s4.2
1997 ❄️9.1°C5.0°C0.9°C12.3°C-2.3°C3 mm81%1.3 m/s4.2
199611.2°C7.1°C2.9°C13.7°C0.5°C22 mm82%1.3 m/s4.6
199512.1°C7.4°C2.7°C13.7°C0.1°C9 mm75%1.3 m/s5
199411.2°C6.4°C1.6°C13.5°C-1.3°C9 mm73%1.4 m/s4.8
199311.8°C7.1°C2.3°C14.4°C-1.4°C3 mm74%1.4 m/s4.7
199210.7°C6.4°C2.0°C13.1°C-3.1°C9 mm82%1.4 m/s4.6
199111.2°C6.8°C2.4°C14.1°C-1.8°C3 mm77%1.2 m/s4.8
199010.8°C6.5°C2.1°C13.5°C-2.9°C29 mm80%1.2 m/s4.4
198911.3°C6.8°C2.2°C13.8°C-4.6°C7 mm79%1.2 m/s4.9
198812.0°C7.1°C2.3°C14.6°C-1.5°C4 mm76%1.2 m/s5.1
198710.7°C6.7°C2.6°C12.9°C-0.9°C30 mm83%1.3 m/s4.2
19869.8°C5.3°C0.9°C12.3°C-1.9°C48 mm79%1.3 m/s4.6
198510.6°C6.6°C2.6°C14.4°C-0.9°C83 mm86%1.3 m/s4.2
198412.0°C7.6°C3.3°C14.1°C-2.1°C21 mm82%1.2 m/s4.1
198311.2°C6.7°C2.3°C15.4°C-2.9°C21 mm78%1.2 m/s—
198210.0°C5.8°C1.5°C12.4°C-1.1°C30 mm80%1.2 m/s—
198111.5°C7.2°C3.0°C13.6°C-0.3°C7 mm81%1.2 m/s—

Actual recorded October data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Gyalshing October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Gyalshing in October?▼

The average high in October is around 11.2°C with lows near 2.8°C (mean 7°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Gyalshing in October?▼

October averages 45 mm of rainfall in Gyalshing, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 199 mm in 2021.

What was the hottest October on record in Gyalshing?▼

The hottest October reached 15.4°C in 1983. The coldest dipped to -4.6°C in 1989.

Has October in Gyalshing gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 11.1°C to 11.5°C and overnight lows from 2.5°C to 4.2°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Gyalshing?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Gyalshing and one of the drier months, so plan for around 11.2°C daytime highs and 2.8°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Gyalshing?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Gyalshing, averaging 7°C.

What should I pack for Gyalshing in October?▼

For October in Gyalshing, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 11.2°C and lows of 2.8°C.

Is Gyalshing humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 81% — quite humid.

How windy is Gyalshing in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 1.2 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 1.4 m/s (1992).

Which October had the most rainfall in Gyalshing?▼

The wettest October on record was 2021 with 199 mm. On average, October sees 45 mm.

Where does this October weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Gyalshing behaves each October, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for October specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.