Monthly climate — Shanghai
Long-term monthly averages. The best months to visit are marked with a star.
+9°
+1°
Jan
+10°
+3°
Feb
+15°
+6°
Mar
+20°
+11°
Apr
+25°
+16°
⭐ May
+28°
+21°
Jun
+32°
+26°
Jul
+32°
+26°
Aug
+27°
+22°
⭐ Sep
+23°
+16°
⭐ Oct
+18°
+10°
Nov
+11°
+3°
Dec
Bar colour shows temperature:coldcoolcomfortablewarmhot⭐ — best months to visit
| Month | Day | Night | Rainfall | What to pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | +9° | +1° | 56.11500000000003mm | 🧥 a warm jacket. |
| February | +10° | +3° | 70.78999999999999mm | 🧥 a warm jacket. |
| March | +15° | +6° | 81.29000000000002mm | 🧥 a warm jacket. |
| April | +20° | +11° | 97.85999999999993mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| ⭐ May | +25° | +16° | 116.76499999999996mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| June | +28° | +21° | 237.42000000000007mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| July | +32° | +26° | 187.30000000000004mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| August | +32° | +26° | 142.295mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| ⭐ September | +27° | +22° | 136.01499999999996mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| ⭐ October | +23° | +16° | 63.59499999999997mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| November | +18° | +10° | 67.18mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| December | +11° | +3° | 38.965mm | 🧥 a warm jacket. |
When to visitShanghai
Best months: May, September, October and November
Daytime high+18°…+27°
The most comfortable weather of the year — the best time for sightseeing and the outdoors.
Shoulder season: March, April, July and August
Daytime high+15°…+32°
Conditions are changeable but workable, with fewer crowds than peak season.
Harder months: January, February, June and December
Daytime high+9°…+28°
The most extreme weather of the year — plan activity for the cooler parts of the day.
In short:The most comfortable months to visit Shanghai are May, September and October, with the most pleasant daytime temperatures and low rainfall. The hardest months for active outdoor travel are January, February and December.
Compared to the climate normal
Today’s high
+31°
Normal for this month
+28°
Deviation
+4° warmer than normal
Frequently asked questions — Shanghai
What is the weather like in Shanghai right now?
Right now it is +23° in Shanghai. See the hourly forecast above for how it changes through the day.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
The best months to visit Shanghai are October, May and November, when the weather is most comfortable and rainfall is low.
When is the rainy season in Shanghai?
Rainfall in Shanghai is concentrated in the wetter months; the monthly climate chart above shows when precipitation peaks across the year.
How hot does Shanghai get in summer?
Summer is the hottest part of the year in Shanghai. Plan outdoor activity for the morning or evening and stay hydrated during the midday heat.