Best Time to Visit Shanghai
Best time to visit Shanghai: April, May, August, October and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Shanghai
Go in April, May, August, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Shanghai month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50° | 35° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 38° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 61° | 45° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 71° | 55° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 79° | 63° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 70° | 11,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 93° | 80° | 8,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 94° | 80° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 87° | 75° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 76° | 63° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 65° | 51° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 53° | 39° | 0,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Shanghai compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Shanghai.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyeopjae Beach | 316 mi | 63°F | 33°F cooler | 58 in |
| Jeju Island | 334 mi | 62°F | 34°F cooler | 75 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Shanghai
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Shanghai is a city in China. Shanghai is known for The Bund and skyline towers. It has a population of about 24.9 million.
Right now it is 87°F (31°C) in Shanghai with light drizzle. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 81°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Shanghai is April, May, August, October and November. The climate is continental. February, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), about 21 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 6.5°F below the 94°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Shanghai today at 7.8/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Shanghai right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:17 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 88° / 81°
Thunderstorm · 100% rain · wind 13 mph
⛈️ 92° / 81°
Thunderstorm · 32% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about Shanghai
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Shanghai?
Shanghai is a city in China. Its coordinates are 31.2304, 121.4737. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Shanghai right now?
It is currently 87°F (31°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 71% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
April, May, August, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Shanghai, which has a continental climate. February, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Shanghai in?
Shanghai observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 10:17 AM.
How many people live in Shanghai?
Shanghai has a population of approximately 24.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Shanghai?
The closest airports are Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), 21 mi away.
What places are in Shanghai?
Shanghai covers 1 places in this atlas, including Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 10:17 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
