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Shanghai in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Shanghai in September 2024

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Shanghai in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +81°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 125 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
125 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shanghai has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Shanghai in September

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

The temperature in September is +82°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +91°F during the day and a minimum of +66°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +79°F.

Is Shanghai warm or cold in September?

Shanghai is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +72°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Shanghai:

Climate in Shanghai in September

Shanghai weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+88°F+81°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+55°F+41°F
Max. temperature
+106°F+100°F+95°F
Rainfall
169 mm125 mm68 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
77%76%72%
Air pressure
1004 HPa1011 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
7813
Cloudy days
131413
Rainy days
1185
Snowy days
000

September often has better weather than August. It’s getting colder in September. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +81°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 169 mm to 125 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 7 to 8.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 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 decreasing during September, going from 6 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Shanghai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 50% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 311 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 123 mm, which is considered heavy rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Shanghai wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 252 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Shanghai?

This is the weather in Shanghai in September 2023:
1 September
☀️
+84°F
2 September
🌧️
+81°F
3 September
🌧️
+87°F
4 September
🌧️
+87°F
5 September
🌧️
+76°F
6 September
☀️
+87°F
7 September
☀️
+92°F
8 September
☀️
+88°F
9 September
☀️
+84°F
10 September
☀️
+85°F
11 September
☀️
+85°F
12 September
🌧️
+80°F
13 September
🌧️
+77°F
14 September
🌧️
+78°F
15 September
☁️
+78°F
16 September
☀️
+84°F
17 September
☁️
+86°F
18 September
☀️
+82°F
19 September
☀️
+81°F
20 September
☁️
+78°F
21 September
☀️
+78°F
22 September
☀️
+82°F
23 September
☀️
+82°F
24 September
☀️
+77°F
25 September
☀️
+79°F
26 September
☁️
+80°F
27 September
☀️
+80°F
28 September
🌧️
+74°F
29 September
☀️
+81°F
30 September
☁️
+78°F
In September 2023 Shanghai had 17 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 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 September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+77°F) and the highest in 2016 (+92°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 21 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 320 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shanghai in September:

Is September a good time to visit Shanghai?

September is a really good time to go to Shanghai. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Shanghai.

Can you sunbathe in Shanghai in September?

September is warm in Shanghai. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Shanghai rainy in September?

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

Is it sunny in Shanghai in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Shanghai in September, 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, 2022.

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.