Shanghai Weather Forecast
Shanghai weather: 86°F, thunderstorm with hail. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Shanghai weather in May
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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).
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.
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 - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 |
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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 86°F (30°C) with thunderstorm with hail. Humidity is 76% and wind is 8 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 2:21 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 22, 2026 at 2:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
