Shanghai weather in February (Shanghai Area, China)

How is the weather in Shanghai in February? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Shanghai generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. February is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Shanghai in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 117 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days October typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and June tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shanghai climate page with graphs.

 

Shanghai, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 117 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in China in February

Find out more about the weather in China in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Shanghai in February?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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