Shanghai weather in March (Shanghai Area, China)

What weather conditions can you expect in Shanghai this March? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In March, Shanghai usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Shanghai in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. You can typically expect 13 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 128 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October typically offers the best circumstances. While January and June tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Shanghai, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Water Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 73%  

Windspeed 3 m/s  

Sunshine 128 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in China in March

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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 10°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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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