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Shanghai in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Shanghai in July and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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July

Weather in Shanghai in July 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
July could be a good time to visit Shanghai, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +90°F, and there are typically 5 sunny days in July. However, expect about 16 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 179 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+108°F
Max.
179 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shanghai has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Shanghai in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Shanghai for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in July is +91°F with a maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +77°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +91°F to +91°F.

Is Shanghai warm or cold in July?

Shanghai is typically hot in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +79°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

July is one of the warmest months in Shanghai, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Shanghai in July

Shanghai weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+82°F+90°F+90°F
Min. temperature
+57°F+64°F+68°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+108°F+106°F
Rainfall
262 mm179 mm172 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
79%78%78%
Air pressure
1005 HPa1003 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
454
Cloudy days
755
Rainy days
171617
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as ok as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +90°F during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 262 mm to 179 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%. Winds are stronger in comparison to June, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 4 to 5.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Shanghai in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Shanghai is gradually increasing during July, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Shanghai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 448 mm, with a 77% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 54 mm, which is considered heavy rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 24 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
July is one of the rainiest months in Shanghai, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Shanghai wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 57% chance of precipitation and 262 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Shanghai?

This is the weather in Shanghai in July 2023:
1 July
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+91°F
2 July
☀️
+94°F
3 July
☀️
+93°F
4 July
☀️
+96°F
5 July
☀️
+86°F
6 July
☀️
+95°F
7 July
☀️
+94°F
8 July
🌧️
+88°F
9 July
☀️
+90°F
10 July
☀️
+89°F
11 July
☀️
+99°F
12 July
☀️
+100°F
13 July
☀️
+99°F
14 July
☀️
+97°F
15 July
🌧️
+97°F
16 July
🌧️
+90°F
17 July
☁️
+90°F
18 July
☁️
+91°F
19 July
🌧️
+86°F
20 July
☀️
+83°F
21 July
🌧️
+92°F
22 July
🌧️
+90°F
23 July
☀️
+88°F
24 July
☀️
+88°F
25 July
☀️
+93°F
26 July
☁️
+90°F
27 July
🌧️
+86°F
28 July
🌧️
+84°F
29 July
🌧️
+84°F
30 July
☁️
+88°F
31 July
🌧️
+91°F
In July 2023 Shanghai had 17 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Shanghai climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Shanghai in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+65°F) and the highest in 2016 (+72°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 716 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3129 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shanghai in July:

Is July a good time to visit Shanghai?

It’s always a good time to visit Shanghai, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Shanghai in July?

Absolutely, July is hot in Shanghai. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Shanghai rainy in July?

Shanghai is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Shanghai in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Shanghai in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in China

Check out the weather for other cities in China.

Monthly weather in Shanghai

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Shanghai, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.