Shanghai
City in China
Shanghai is a city in China with a population of about 25 million people. Located 1,067 km from the capital, Beijing, it draws visitors to its mix of modern skyscrapers and historical landmarks.
What to see
The city features several prominent towers, including the Shanghai Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center, the Jin Mao Tower, and the Oriental Pearl Tower. For cultural and historical interests, visitors can see the Yu Garden and the Shanghai Museum.
When to go
Temperatures are coldest from December to February, with highs ranging from 8 °C to 11 °C. Spring brings milder weather, with April highs of 19 °C and May highs of 24 °C. Summer months are hot, with July and August reaching highs of 30 °C to 31 °C and experiencing significant rainfall, often over 180 mm. October and November offer cooler temperatures between 17 °C and 22 °C with less rain.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, located 13 km from the city.
Top sights in Shanghai
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is August, with about 227 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 8 | 10 | 13 | 19 | 24 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 27 | 22 | 17 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | 1 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 16 | 10 | 3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 76 | 77 | 116 | 104 | 117 | 222 | 185 | 227 | 140 | 76 | 73 | 49 |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 13 | 10 | 12 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Shanghai (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Shanghai Grand Theatre