Shanghai weather in September (Shanghai Area, China)

Planning a trip to Shanghai in September? This guide provides all the details you need.

In September, Shanghai generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. September falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C.

Shanghai in September usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 169 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Shanghai, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in China in September

Find out more about the weather in China in September 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 September?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 24°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Shanghai.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to China? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in China. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.