Season guide · Singapore
Singapore in the inter-monsoon (autumn)
October–November: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Afternoon thunderstorms build towards the wet northeast monsoon; Deepavali and early Christmas lights brighten the city. Expect highs up to 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F), with about 35 rainy days across October–November.
Key facts
- Months
- October–November
- Temperatures
- 24°C (75°F) to 31°C (88°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 35
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F) to 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in the inter-monsoon (autumn)
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 31°C (88°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 16 | 12.1 h | 3/5 |
| November | 31°C (88°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 19 | 12.1 h | 3/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 31°C (88°F) against a yearly 31°C (88°F), and 35 of the year's roughly 177 rainy days fall in these 2 months. Crowds rate 3/5 and hotel prices 3/5 on average.
What's on in the inter-monsoon (autumn)
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- October: Deepavali light-up and bazaars in Little India (October or November)
- November: Christmas light-up along Orchard Road (usually from mid-November)
Good choices for the inter-monsoon (autumn)
Garden · Marina Bay
Gardens by the Bay
Visit the cool conservatories in the afternoon heat, then lie on the ground under the Supertree Grove for the free evening show.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Kids
- Couples
- After dark
- Rainy day
- Nature
- Photo spot
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Religious site · Chinatown
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
Built in 2007 in Tang dynasty style, this five-storey temple houses what devotees venerate as a tooth relic of the Buddha in a gold stupa on the fourth floor.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
Gallery · Civic District
National Gallery Singapore
Even without a gallery ticket, head to the rooftop for the view over the Padang and the bay.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
- Architecture
- Views
Museum · Civic District
Asian Civilisations Museum
On the Singapore River at Empress Place, this museum traces the trade links that shaped Singapore, from Chinese ceramics to Islamic manuscripts and Indian bronzes.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Art
- Rainy day
Museum · Civic District
National Museum of Singapore
Climb Fort Canning Park behind the museum afterwards for its spice garden and colonial-era gates.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
- Architecture
Day trips in the inter-monsoon (autumn)
- Southern Islands (About 30 minutes by ferry) — St John's Island and Kusu Island have lagoon beaches, picnic lawns and, on Kusu, a Taoist temple and Malay shrines.
- Malacca (About 3.5–4.5 hours by coach) — Malaysia's UNESCO-listed port town has the Dutch colonial Stadthuys, Jonker Street's Peranakan shophouses and a riverside walk.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is the inter-monsoon (autumn) a good time to visit Singapore?
It is a trade-off: Afternoon thunderstorms build towards the wet northeast monsoon; Deepavali and early Christmas lights brighten the city. The best months overall are February–April and July–August.
+What is the weather like in Singapore in the inter-monsoon (autumn)?
Highs of up to 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F), with about 35 rainy days over the season.