Shandong Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shandong, China in September.

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Qingdao Jinan Linyi Penglai

Planning a journey to Shandong, China this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Shandong in September

Shandong, China is a region in China. September in Shandong generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During September, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Penglai to 29°C (84°F) in Jiyang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Jiyang and 21°C (70°F) in Penglai.

To explore the conditions in Shandong, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jiyang with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Rizhao with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Qingdao enjoys approximately 219 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Shandong in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Shandong.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Shandong

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Shandong, China?

Temperature range in Shandong (September)

Precipitation variation in Shandong (September)

Qingdao

In September Qingdao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
219 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Qingdao →

Jinan

In September Jinan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
222 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jinan →

Linyi

In September Linyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Linyi →

Penglai

In September Penglai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Penglai →

Yantai

In September Yantai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Yantai →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shandong, in China.

In our records: China September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest September day in China brought 362 mm (14 in) in Guangzhou on September 6, 1992.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shandong in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Qingdao 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Jinan 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Linyi 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Penglai 25°C (77°F) 21°C (70°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Yantai 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Qufu 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Shandong weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shandong, China in September?

September in Shandong, China brings perfect weather. In Qingdao, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Shandong, China in September?

Average temperatures in Shandong, China during September range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Qingdao.

Does Shandong, China get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Shandong, China during September, with Qingdao averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Shandong, China?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Shandong, China. Typically, the climate in Qingdao is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Qingdao. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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