🌸 Spring: March–May
Spring is generally mild, with changing temperatures and periods of drizzle. A light jacket and a compact umbrella are useful.
Shanghai Weather Today
Check current weather conditions and the 7-day forecast for Shanghai, China. View temperatures in Celsius, feels-like temperature, wind speed, humidity and expected rainfall to help plan your day.
Current Weather in Shanghai
Shanghai local time: 2026-11-03T06:00 (China Standard Time, UTC+8)
14.7°C
Overcast
Current conditions for Shanghai city centre
Feels like
14.6°C
Wind speed
5.9 km/h
Relative humidity
88%
Precipitation
0.0 mm
Wind direction
45°
Shanghai 7-Day Weather Forecast
Daily high and low temperatures and total forecast precipitation. Forecasts can change as new weather data becomes available.
| Date | Conditions | High | Low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 3 | Light drizzle | 19.7°C | 12.8°C | 0.7 mm |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Moderate rain showers | 18.9°C | 16.5°C | 37.8 mm |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Overcast | 20.2°C | 14.3°C | 0.0 mm |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Overcast | 21.3°C | 13.9°C | 0.0 mm |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Overcast | 18.1°C | 14.1°C | 0.0 mm |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Dense drizzle | 17.0°C | 13.8°C | 18.6 mm |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Moderate drizzle | 15.3°C | 11.0°C | 4.8 mm |
Data provided by Open-Meteo .
Shanghai Weather by Season
Shanghai has a subtropical monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. Conditions can vary significantly throughout the year, so check the live forecast before travelling or planning outdoor activities.
☀️ Summer: June–August
Summers are often hot and humid. The rainy season commonly occurs around mid-June to early July, and thunderstorms or typhoon-related weather may affect travel plans.
🍂 Autumn: September–November
Autumn gradually becomes cooler. Early autumn may still be warm, and typhoons can bring heavy rain and strong winds.
❄️ Winter: December–February
Winters are usually cool and damp. Layered clothing, a warm coat and protection from wind are helpful. Snow is relatively uncommon.
Seasonal overview based on information from the Shanghai Municipal People's Government .
How to Use This Shanghai Weather Forecast
- Check the current temperature and feels-like temperature before going out.
- Review the daily high and low when choosing clothing.
- Check the precipitation forecast before planning outdoor activities.
- During typhoon or severe-weather alerts, follow official local announcements and transport updates.
- Check again before travelling because forecasts can change.