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Shanghai's Weather

Spring (March-May): The average temperature range in spring is between 6.0°C and 14.0°C. The average daytime temperature is 14.0°C, while the average nighttime temperature drops to 6.0°C. The weather in Shanghai in spring is changeable, sometimes warm and pleasant, sometimes accompanied by spring rains. At this time, everything is revitalized and it is a good time to enjoy flowers and trekking.


Summer (June-August): The average temperature in summer ranges from 21.0°C to 28.0°C, with an average daytime temperature of 28.0°C and an average nighttime temperature of 21.0°C. The average temperature in summer is 28.0°C and 21.0°C, respectively. However, at the height of summer, especially from late July to early August, Shanghai may experience hot weather with maximum temperatures reaching 38°C to 39°C or even higher. : Shanghai's hot and humid summer months are a time of more frequent rainy season and typhoon activity. The Meiyu season (usually from mid-June to early July) brings persistent rainy weather.


Autumn (September-November): Average temperatures in the fall range from 20.0°C to 28.0°C, similar to the summer months but with a gradual decline. The average daytime temperature is 28.0°C and the average nighttime temperature is 20.0°C. The weather in Shanghai is cool and pleasant in the fall, making it a good season for travel and outdoor activities. At this time, Shanghai's scenery is also particularly charming, with maple leaves turning red and osmanthus blossoms perfumed.


Winter (December-February): Average temperatures in winter range from 4.0°C to 12.0°C, averaging 12.0°C during the day and dropping to an average of 4.0°C at night. However, in extreme cases, subzero temperatures can occur in Shanghai during winter. Winter in Shanghai is cold and dry, with occasional rain and snow. Despite the relatively low temperatures, Shanghai's winters are not long and the good indoor heating facilities make winter living still comfortable.


Shanghai's Weather

Spring (March-May): The average temperature range in spring is between 6.0°C and 14.0°C. The average daytime temperature is 14.0°C, while the average nighttime temperature drops to 6.0°C. The weather in Shanghai in spring is changeable, sometimes warm and pleasant, sometimes accompanied by spring rains. At this time, everything is revitalized and it is a good time to enjoy flowers and trekking.


Summer (June-August): The average temperature in summer ranges from 21.0°C to 28.0°C, with an average daytime temperature of 28.0°C and an average nighttime temperature of 21.0°C. The average temperature in summer is 28.0°C and 21.0°C, respectively. However, at the height of summer, especially from late July to early August, Shanghai may experience hot weather with maximum temperatures reaching 38°C to 39°C or even higher. : Shanghai's hot and humid summer months are a time of more frequent rainy season and typhoon activity. The Meiyu season (usually from mid-June to early July) brings persistent rainy weather.


Autumn (September-November): Average temperatures in the fall range from 20.0°C to 28.0°C, similar to the summer months but with a gradual decline. The average daytime temperature is 28.0°C and the average nighttime temperature is 20.0°C. The weather in Shanghai is cool and pleasant in the fall, making it a good season for travel and outdoor activities. At this time, Shanghai's scenery is also particularly charming, with maple leaves turning red and osmanthus blossoms perfumed.


Winter (December-February): Average temperatures in winter range from 4.0°C to 12.0°C, averaging 12.0°C during the day and dropping to an average of 4.0°C at night. However, in extreme cases, subzero temperatures can occur in Shanghai during winter. Winter in Shanghai is cold and dry, with occasional rain and snow. Despite the relatively low temperatures, Shanghai's winters are not long and the good indoor heating facilities make winter living still comfortable.