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Shanghai in February
Shanghai warms up: highs climb to 50°F (10°C), from 46°F in January, with lows of 36°F (2°C) and about 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 59/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (78 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 59/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 50°F (10°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 36°F (2°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (78 mm).
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are April and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 55/100 in January to 59/100.
- Our Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai route recommends Apr – May, Sep – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Shanghai in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Shanghai Tower Observation Deck
Deck on the 118th floor of China's tallest building.
Former French Concession
Plane-tree streets of villas, boutiques and cafes, centered on Wukang and Anfu roads.
Zhujiajiao Water Town
Canal town with stone bridges and old houses on Shanghai's western edge.
Shanghai Museum
Bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy and jade at People's Square, with a newer East branch in Pudong.
Yang's Fried Dumplings
Local chain known for shengjian bao, pan-fried pork buns with crisp bottoms.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Shanghai in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Shanghai?
It's middling, scoring 59/100. The best months are April and October & November, at up to 86. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain. Our Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai route recommends Apr – May, Sep – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Shanghai in February?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in February?
Some: about 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.6 in (1286 mm).
What should I pack for Shanghai in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Shanghai in February?
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