Month-by-month travel weather

Shanghai August weather

Shanghai, China · August

Extremely hot, humid, and sometimes affected by nearby typhoons

August is the height of summer in Shanghai, with highs of 33-36°C and “feels-like” temperatures close to 40°C on some days.

Humidity is high and the air feels heavy, and occasional typhoon influence can bring sudden strong rain and wind.

Average low

around 26-28°C

Average high

around 33-36°C

Average rainfall

around 120-150 mm

Rainy days

about 7-10 days (including showers and typhoon effects)

Actual feel will change with wind and rain, but use the suggestions below to build a comfortable layered outfit.

• Choose very light, breathable clothing—sleeveless tops, airy dresses, and linen pieces.
• Avoid fabrics that become heavy when wet; cooling or sports fabrics are much more comfortable.
• Bring strong sun protection including a wide-brim hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen.

• Schedule most outdoor walking for 7-11 a.m. or after 5 p.m.; spend midday in malls, museums, and cafés.
• Monitor weather forecasts for typhoon advisories—flight delays and sudden heavy rain are possible.
• AC is strong in many indoor places; a light cardigan helps you avoid catching a chill after sweating outside.

Q. Is August travel to Shanghai very tiring?

A. For outdoor sightseeing it can be quite exhausting, but for food, shopping, and café-oriented trips it is manageable with good pacing.

Q. Do typhoons hit Shanghai often?

A. Direct hits are not so frequent, but indirect effects like strong wind and heavy rain happen several times each season.

Q. What is the best way to stay hydrated?

A. Combine water with sports drinks or electrolyte tablets to replace both fluids and salts lost through sweat.

Authored by Jiheon Bang

Updated: 2025-12-01

Reviewed using Visual Crossing Weather data and reorganized from a traveler’s perspective.

Weather data is designed to be refreshed roughly every 10 minutes.