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Shanghai Pudong International Airport Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Shanghai Pudong International Airport: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

⛅ 84°F now🕔 6:25 PM local📅 Best: May, August, October and November

Climate in Shanghai Pudong International Airport month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January50°37°1,1 in★★★☆☆
February51°39°3,1 in★★★☆☆
March59°46°2,8 in★★★★
April69°55°4,6 in★★★★
May76°63°4,3 in★★★★
June81°71°12,3 in★★★☆☆
July91°80°7,7 in★★★☆☆
August92°81°2,2 in★★★★
September85°77°6,3 in★★★☆☆
October75°66°2,3 in★★★★
November65°53°3,1 in★★★★
December54°41°0,7 in★★★★

Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Recent extremes in Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day101°FAug 24, 2025
Coldest night23°FDec 22, 2023
Wettest day4,9 inNov 1, 2024

How Shanghai Pudong International Airport compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Hyeopjae Beach302 mi63°F33°F cooler58 in
Jeju Island320 mi62°F34°F cooler75 in

Best time to visit Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Go in 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.

January★★★☆☆
February★★★☆☆
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★★★
June★★★☆☆
July★★★☆☆
August★★★★
September★★★☆☆
October★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★★

What this means for Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Compared with normal

Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is 5.8°F below the 92°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.

Travel and driving

Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 75°F.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • 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
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid February, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is an airport in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a commercial airport.

Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Shanghai Pudong International Airport with partly cloudy. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 81°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.2/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 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 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is 5.8°F below the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Shanghai Pudong International Airport today at 7.8/10. Gusts to 34 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.

Quick facts about Shanghai Pudong International Airport

TypeAirport
CityShanghai
CountryChina
ContinentAsia
Coordinates31°8′39.5″N 121°48′29.9″E (31.1443, 121.8083)
IATA codePVG
Local time6:25 PM (UTC+08:00)
Best monthsMay, August, October and November
ClimateContinental

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Shanghai Pudong International Airport?

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is an airport in Shanghai. Its coordinates are 31.1443, 121.8083. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in Shanghai Pudong International Airport right now?

It is currently 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 82% and wind is 16 mph.

When is the best time to visit Shanghai Pudong International Airport?

May, August, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Shanghai Pudong International Airport, which has a continental climate. February, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Shanghai Pudong International Airport in?

Shanghai Pudong International Airport observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 6:25 PM.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
MethodScores, 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 22, 2026 at 6:25 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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