Temperature in Shanghai Area in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Shanghai Area, China this August.

Shanghai Area, China, a region in China, experiences very high average maximum daytime temperatures in August, ranging from 31°C (88°F) in Nanhui to 33°C (91°F) in Zhujiajiao. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Zhujiajiao and 27°C (81°F) in Nanhui. August is part of the summer season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Shanghai Area, China in August?

To get a sense of August's typical temperatures in the key spots of Shanghai Area, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Shanghai Area temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Shanghai Area, China in August?

Expect daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) in Shanghai. That makes August a very high month for Shanghai Area, China.

How cold does it get at night in Shanghai Area, China in August?

After dark, Shanghai cools to about 26°C (79°F) on an average August night.

What is the warmest city in August in Shanghai Area, China?

Zhujiajiao tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 26°C (79°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Shanghai Area, China?

Our database indicates that in August, Nanhui is the city with the coolest temperatures in Shanghai Area, China. You can expect daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows close to 27°C (81°F).

How much sun does Shanghai Area, China get in August?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 185 hours of sunlight anticipated in Shanghai. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 27°C (81°F) in Shanghai this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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