Weather in Shanghai Today
Current temperature in Shanghai: 25°C (77°F). Partly Cloudy. Today's high 30°C (86°F), low 22°C (72°F).
Today's Daylight Forecast
Moon & Islamic Calendar
Air quality and UV are both favourable great conditions for a walk, run, or outdoor activity.
5-Day Weather Forecast
Full 15-Day ForecastAtmospheric Details
Today vs Normal
The long-term average high for today is 29°C.
5 of the last 19 days with published data ran above normal.
That's a break from the pattern - today's forecast runs above normal even though the recent stretch mostly ran below.
Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days
Air Quality
Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Health & Activity Advice
UV index is 2 today — low. Minimal sun protection is needed for most outdoor activity.
Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.
Nearby Regional Outlook
Shanghai Weather Radar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Shanghai?
The hottest month in Shanghai is typically August, with daytime highs averaging around 32.6°C (91°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 26°C (79°F).
What is the coldest month in Shanghai?
The coldest month in Shanghai is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around 1.8°C (35°F) and daytime highs near 9.5°C (49°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Does Shanghai have a rainy season?
Shanghai doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. June is the wettest month on average (about 247 mm), while December is the driest (about 38 mm).
What's the best time of year to visit Shanghai?
The best time to visit Shanghai is typically October, when daytime highs average a comfortable 23°C (73°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 77 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Is Shanghai's air quality safe right now?
As of the latest reading, Shanghai's air quality index (AQI) is 31, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.