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Shanghai Area Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shanghai Area, China in March.

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Shanghai Songjiang Jiading Qingpu

Thinking about venturing to Shanghai Area, China this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Shanghai Area in March

Shanghai Area, China is a region in China. March in Shanghai Area generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Nanhui to 16°C (61°F) in Songjiang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Songjiang and 8°C (46°F) in Nanhui.

For specific regional insights in Shanghai Area, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chongming with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Nanhui with 111 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Shanghai as an example - it receives around 128 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Shanghai Area by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shanghai Area - and find the best time to visit. (based on Shanghai)

January9°C (48°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August32°C (90°F) September28°C (82°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shanghai Area in March

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

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 Shanghai Area

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Shanghai Area, China?

Temperature range in Shanghai Area (March)

Precipitation variation in Shanghai Area (March)

Shanghai

In March Shanghai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
128 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Shanghai →

Songjiang

In March Songjiang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
128 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
very good
Climate in Songjiang →

Jiading

In March Jiading generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
128 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Jiading →

Qingpu

In March Qingpu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
128 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
very good
Climate in Qingpu →

Nanhui

In March Nanhui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
128 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shanghai Area in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shanghai 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Songjiang 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Jiading 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Qingpu 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Nanhui 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Baoshan 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Shanghai Area weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shanghai Area, China in March?

March in Shanghai Area, China brings good weather. In Shanghai, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Shanghai Area, China in March?

Average temperatures in Shanghai Area, China during March range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Shanghai.

Does Shanghai Area, China get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Shanghai Area, China during March, with Shanghai averaging close to 96 mm (3.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Shanghai Area, China?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Shanghai, March might be a good time to visit Shanghai Area, China. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in October offering mostly excellent weather in Shanghai. On the other hand, the weather in January, June and July tend to be less favorable.

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