ChinaThe weather in March in Shanghai
It's cool to moderate in March in Shanghai with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 12°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Shanghai. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Shanghai, China. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2022, Shanghai reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In March, there is an average of 99 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,5 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Shanghai
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shanghai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Shanghai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 99 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 10 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,5 cm | 7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 4 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Shanghai with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Shanghai is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Shanghai, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Shanghai
Temperature in March in Shanghai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Shanghai, China. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Shanghai
Total precipitation in March in Shanghai over the years
Daily Snowfall in March in Shanghai
Snowfall in March in Shanghai per year
Daily UV index in March in Shanghai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Shanghai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Shanghai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shanghai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.