2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Shanghai in September

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

September is an excellent time to visit Shanghai. Shanghai has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 27°C, lows of 20°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

27°C

Avg Low

20°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

12.4h

Is September a good time to visit Shanghai?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:39 AM

Sunset

6:02 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 10°C 4°C 14 Wet
February 13°C 4°C 10 Good
March 16°C 7°C 14 Excellent (best)
April 19°C 9°C 6 Excellent (best)
May 26°C 17°C 15 Excellent (best)
June 28°C 22°C 21 Wet
July 29°C 23°C 21 Wet
August 33°C 26°C 10 Good
September 27°C 20°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 22°C 15°C 5 Excellent (best)
November 18°C 12°C 10 Excellent (best)
December 10°C 3°C 3 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for September

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

Planning a trip to Shanghai?

Common Questions

Is September a good time to visit Shanghai? +

September is typically Excellent for visiting Shanghai, with average highs of 27°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Shanghai in September? +

With highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in September? +

Shanghai typically sees around 11 rainy days in September.

How many hours of daylight are there in Shanghai in September? +

In September, Shanghai gets approximately 12.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is September peak season in Shanghai? +

Yes, September is peak season in Shanghai. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Shanghai? +

The best months to visit Shanghai are March, April, May, September, October, November, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Shanghai)

Last Updated: January 2026

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