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Shanghai Area Weather in September

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

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Shanghai Songjiang Jiading Qingpu

Planning a trip to Shanghai Area, China this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Shanghai Area in September

Shanghai Area, China is a region in China. September in Shanghai Area generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. During September, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Shanghai.

For a closer look at conditions across Shanghai Area, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Zhujiajiao with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Nanhui with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Shanghai, you can expect around 169 hours of sunlight in September, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Shanghai Area in September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Shanghai Area, China?

Temperature range in Shanghai Area (September)

Precipitation variation in Shanghai Area (September)

Shanghai

In September Shanghai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Shanghai →

Songjiang

In September Songjiang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Songjiang →

Jiading

In September Jiading generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Jiading →

Qingpu

In September Qingpu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Qingpu →

Nanhui

In September Nanhui generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Nanhui →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shanghai Area, 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 Shanghai Area in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shanghai 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Songjiang 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Jiading 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Qingpu 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Nanhui 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Baoshan 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

Shanghai Area weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Shanghai Area, China in September. The popular destination of Shanghai averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Shanghai, the average daytime high in September is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

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

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in Shanghai Area, China. Average rainfall in Shanghai sits around 111 mm (4.4 in).

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

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Shanghai Area, China with overall pleasant weather in Shanghai. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, October provides perfect weather in Shanghai. On the other hand, the weather in January, June and July tend to be poor.

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