ChinaAverage weather for Shanghai in September
It's hot in September in Shanghai with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 23°C.
Start of September
The month of September starts in Shanghai with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 23°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid September
By mid-September, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Shanghai is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In September, there is an average of 154 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Shanghai in September |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 27°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
154 mm | 57 mm | |
| Rainy days |
13 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is September a good time to visit Shanghai?
Looking for sun? September isn’t a good month to be in Shanghai. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Shanghai runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2017, Shanghai reached the highest temperature in September over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in September in Shanghai
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in September for Shanghai, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in September in Shanghai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in September for Shanghai, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for September, you can expect about 13 days of precipitation in Shanghai.
Daily UV index in September in Shanghai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September 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.
Temperature in September in Shanghai over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in September in Shanghai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in September in Shanghai over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in September in Shanghai, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in September for Shanghai
Click on any day in September 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.
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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.
