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Shanghai in July
Shanghai's warmest month brings highs averaging 89°F (32°C), lows of 77°F (25°C) and about 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 47/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 5.8 in (148 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 89°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 77°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.8 in (148 mm) across the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 53/100 in June to 47/100.
- Our Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai route recommends Apr – May, Sep – Oct, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Shanghai in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Long Bar at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai
Restored bar of the 1911 Shanghai Club on the Bund, known for its long counter.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.8 in of rain.
Jia Jia Tang Bao
Plain local shop making xiaolongbao soup dumplings to order.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Former French Concession
Plane-tree streets of villas, boutiques and cafes, centered on Wukang and Anfu roads.
Shanghai Museum
Bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy and jade at People's Square, with a newer East branch in Pudong.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.8 in of rain.
Yu Garden
Ming dynasty classical garden of rockeries, ponds and pavilions in the old city.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Shanghai?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 47/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April and October & November. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain. Our Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai route recommends Apr – May, Sep – Oct, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Shanghai in July?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in July?
Yes: about 5.8 in (148 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.6 in (1286 mm).
What should I pack for Shanghai in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (89°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.8 in of rain on average).
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