The best times to visit Shanghai are in spring or autumn. The city has a subtropical maritime monsoon climate, with four distinct seasons. Generally, the warm spring and cool autumn are the more comfortable seasons. While summer and winter are far less pleasant. Overall, Shanghai enjoys a mild and moist climate.
Shanghai's temperature is the highest in July and August. For ten days or so in these two months, the temperature can reach 35 degrees centigrade. The coldest period is from the end of January to early February - usually during the Chinese Spring Festival. This awfully cold period will last for about three days but it seldom snows, in fact there has been none for years. From March to May, the conditions are pleasant so this is the best season for traveling. One thing to mention is what is called the Mei-Yu Season which in English is the 'Plum Rain Season'. This lasts for about a month commencing in early summer when the plums ripen along the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River. During this period from mid-June to early July it is difficult to tell whether it will be wet or dry and the rainfall will often equal twenty-five per cent of the city's annual total! From late August and through the first twenty days of September, typhoons can bring heavy rain in their wake. These periods are best avoided by the traveler but should you decide to visit be sure to bring an umbrella. Of course, the umbrella can also be used as a protection from the strong ultraviolet radiation on the sunny days. Generally you will need a light coat and sweater in spring and long and short sleeved shirts in summer. In autumn, long-sleeved shirts, sweater and coat are necessary, while sweater and overcoat are appropriate in winter.
Sunrise in Shanghai's winter is 6:49 and sunset 16:57
In summer sunrise at 4:50, sunset at 19:01
Detailed information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Shanghai.
| Average Data | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June |
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Average High ( F) | 45/48 | 46/50 | 54/58 | 65/68 | 74/78 | 80/84 |
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| Average High (C) | 7/9 | 8/10 | 12/14 | 18/20 | 23/25 | 27/29 |
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| Average Low (F) | 31/34 | 33/36 | 39/43 | 49/52 | 58/62 | 66/70 |
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| Average Low (C) | -1/1 | 0/2 | 4/6 | 9/11 | 14/16 | 19/21 |
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| Rain (in) | 1.8/1.9 | 2.4/2.5 | 3.3/3.4 | 3.6/3.7 | 4.3/4.4 | 6.4/6.5 |
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| Rain (mm) | 45/50 | 60/65 | 80/85 | 90/95 | 110/115 | 160/165 |
| Average Data | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average High (F) | 88/92 | 88/92 | 81/84 | 72/76 | 61/65 | 50/54 |
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| Average High (C) | 31/33 | 31/33 | 27/29 | 22/24 | 16/18 | 10/12 |
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| Average Low (F) | 74/78 | 74/78 | 67/70 | 56/60 | 46/49 | 35/39 |
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| Average Low (C) | 23/25 | 23/25 | 19/21 | 13/15 | 8/10 | 2/4 |
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| Rain (in) | 5.5/5.6 | 5.6/5.7 | <0.1 | 2.2/2.3 | 2.0/2.1 | 1.5/1.6 |
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| Rain (mm) | 140/145 | 140/145 | <5 | 55/60 | 50/55 | 40/45 |
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Travelers' Voices on Shanghai Climate
1.
Jul. 3,2009 03:28 Reply
Mr.ozduman(turkiye) said:
we plan to visit shanghai suszhou hangzhou hongkong and guilin travelling time will be 2weeks
would you please advice the best time
2.
Jul. 2,2009 09:10 Reply
Mr.Thiruppathirajan(India) said:
I am coming to Shanghai on 29th July to 1 week August.how is the weather and tell some good places to visit
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Jul. 1,2009 23:40 Reply
Mr.vipula (sri lanka) said:
Hi ,,,
what are the suitable places that we would be able to travel in shanghai during a week end of July.
thanks
Jul. 2,2009 01:40
Ms.Stella(China) replied:
You can have a chance to visit many attractions in Shanghai. First, you should visit the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Nanjing Road and Xin Tian Di. When you visit the Bund, you can see the Huangpu River and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower by the way. Then, you can go to visit Shanghai Museum, Zhujiajiao and Qibao Ancient Town. The urban transportation of Shanghai is very convenient. Wish you a good trip there. If you want to read more details of the tourist attractions in Shanghai, you may enter the following link:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/shanghai/
The pictures of Shanghai for your review:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/picture/shanghai/
4.
Jun. 16,2009 22:20 Reply
Mrs.Lee(Malaysia) said:
I will going to shanghai on December till January ? Wat kind of wheather is that ?
Jun. 17,2009 05:01
Mr.Shan replied:
The city will be in wet and cold winter although it is much warmer than other Chinese cities in north China. But, don't worry too much, take your warm sweater and jacket are okey~ Little rainfall may happen, too~
5.
Jun. 15,2009 06:01 Reply
Mr.COHEN(FRANCE) said:
I AM TRAVELLING TO CHINA NEXT MONTH, I WOULD LOVE TO GET SOME INFORMATION ABOUT WEATHER AND PLACES TO VISIT.THANK YOU
Jun. 16,2009 21:21
Ms.Liz replied:
July is the hottest month. Will you come to Shanghai?! It is hot and sticky here. If you mean places to visit in Shanghai, suggest you go to the Bund, Nanjing Rd, Xintiandi (bars), Yuyuan Garden (for classic private garden and local snacks), Xujiahui for shopping.
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Jun. 14,2009 03:44 Reply
Ms.Jess Quin(USA) said:
hi, i will be there in Shanghai on 10-11-2009 to10-25-2009. How is the weather?... what kind of cloths should i pack?
Jun. 15,2009 02:08
Mr.Colin replied:
Hi Jess. please See my reply to Ms Loo below and hope it helps. :)
7.
Jun. 14,2009 03:30 Reply
Ms.Loo(Malaysia) said:
how are the weather in October?
Jun. 15,2009 02:07
Mr.Colin replied:
The temperature difference is getting greater between day and night. It is still hot at noon. The weather is getting colder since late October. Take T-shirt and light coat.
8.
Jun. 8,2009 02:52 Reply
Mr.Angus(Singapore) said:
Helo
I will be travelling to Shanghai from 15/6 till 22/6. Can anyone tell me if it gonna be humid or rain?
thanks
Jun. 9,2009 01:58
Mr.Qi replied:
Yes, it is humid and hot in the period. Showers and thunders may happen in June, but they will not last long time. It is predicted that it will be rainy this Sunday and next monday. You had better check it this weekend. It is more accurate.
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Jun. 7,2009 19:58 Reply
Mr.Scofield said:
Shanghai had a big hail last weekend. The locals said that they had never seen such a hail in the past decade. it's so horrible. The bad weather made the day in the city looked like the night.
10.
Jun. 2,2009 04:09 Reply
Mr.wong k h (Malaysia) said:
I will be in Shanghai from 1st July to 7 July 2009 , what will be the weather like during this period of time , thank you
Jun. 2,2009 19:52
Mr.Qi replied:
Generally, the weather is humid and hot. Showers and thunders may happened. You can pay attention to the specific info about Shanghai weather before leaving. It will be more accurate. Good luck~