Shanghai Map
Interactive map of Shanghai with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 71°F (22°C) in Shanghai with light drizzle. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 65°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 84%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Shanghai is April, May, September, October and November. The climate is continental. June, July and August 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 October. The forecast high of 72°F is 3.4°F below the 76°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 today at 9.8/10. 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.
Map of Shanghai
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 31°13′49.4″N 121°28′25.3″E (31.2304, 121.4737)
Quick facts about Shanghai
Maps of each airport in Shanghai
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Neighboring cities in China
Sorted by distance from Shanghai.
Getting to Shanghai
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) · 21 mi
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Shanghai
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Pudong International Airport | PVG | 21 mi | Shanghai |
Explore 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 71°F (22°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 71% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
April, May, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Shanghai, which has a continental climate. June, July and August 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 11:43 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 October 3, 2026 at 11:43 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
