Deepavali
Late October or November
Little India glows with street lights and bazaars. Festive Indian wear fits right in.
Highs32°C (90°F)
Lows25°C (77°F)
Rainy days~15
Daylight12 h
CrowdsModerate
October averages for Singapore. Source
October is hot with increasing afternoon storms, and Deepavali lights up Little India (Oct or Nov). Light clothes, an umbrella and a festive outfit.
☀️ By day
Quick-dry clothes and an umbrella for inter-monsoon thunderstorms.
🌙 Evening
Festive Indian wear is welcome for Deepavali in Little India.
What's on in October
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Halloween Horror Nights
Late September to October, Universal Studios
Scare mazes on humid nights. Wear closed shoes and light clothes you can run in.
October packing essentials
Your October outfit list
- Linen dressCotton kurta with palazzoShop Amazon ↗
- Linen trousers or skirtShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable topsShop Amazon ↗
- Light cardigan (AC)Shop Amazon ↗
- Comfortable sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Swimwear (Sentosa)Full-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight chinosShop Amazon ↗
- ShortsShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable polosShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable sneakersShop Amazon ↗
Also pack
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Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees at mosques and temples (Sultan Mosque, Sri Mariamman, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple) — robes are often lent at the door.
- Smart-casual is the norm; some rooftop bars (e.g. Marina Bay Sands) refuse flip-flops, sleeveless tops for men and sportswear.
- Indoor AC is very cold — carry a light layer.