Weather in Shanghai in march 2025

The weather in Shanghai in the month of march comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout march

tolerable weather 1.9cm

Weather at 6am
52°F

Moderate rain at times

20%

Partly Cloudy

18%

Cloudy

15%

Weather at 12pm
59°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Cloudy

15%

Moderate rain at times

15%

Weather at 6pm
52°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Cloudy

16%

Moderate rain at times

15%

Weather at 3am
49°F

Clear/Sunny

39%

Partly Cloudy

22%

Moderate rain at times

16%

Cloudy

13%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Shanghai in march

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Shanghai in march.


The climate of Shanghai in march is tolerable

Transitional month between winter and spring, the month of March is characterized by the succession of beautiful pleasant and gentle days. The weather often observes the alternation of a beautiful sunshine and rains which are sometimes moderate, sometimes intense. Overall, the weather in Shanghai throughout March is quite pleasant when taking care to cover up properly.

Shanghai at the Beginning of March

At the beginning of March, the mornings are still cool - with temperatures around 7° C. Even if the temperatures rise over the hours, the atmosphere remains gentle. On the other hand the pleasant presence of the relatively shy sun makes the days pleasant and this is true, despite sporadic rains.

Shanghai in the Middle of March

Due to the rising temperatures, the atmosphere in midday becomes pleasantly gentle. There is also a beautiful sunshine that recalls the wondrous days of spring. Moreover, with the rains that are gradually withdrawing, such allows the nice weather to prevail over the other climatic criteria so that the climate throughout March in Shanghai is favorable to the tourist visits.

Shanghai at the End of March

Towards the end of the month, the climatic conditions deteriorate again so that the mornings become cold in spite of a superb sunshine. At times, the rain which dominates a good part of the days may discourage those who wish to discover the city and its wonders.



Shanghai: another month?

If you can push back the dates of your trip, we advise you to go in april to Shanghai. more information

March: another location in China?

If you want to go to China in march, there are destinations with better weather than Shanghai:

In march, Chengdu, Hainan island (Haikou), Wenzhou, Wuhan, Xi'an and Yuanyang have good weather.

more information about China's weather in march


Seasonal average climate and temperature of Shanghai in march

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are set from the weather statements of the past years of march.

March
Outside temperature
Average temperature 56°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 52°F
Highest record temperature 83°F
(2013)
Lowest record temperature 31°F
(2010)
Number of days at +65°F 8 day(s)
(26%)
Number of days at -32°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 48°F
Lowest sea temperature 41°F
Highest sea temperature 54°F
Wind
Wind speed 19km/h
Wind temperature 49°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 4.5in
Number of days with rainfall 7 day(s)
(24%)
Record daily rainfall 1.7in
(2016)
Snowfall 1.9cm
Other climate data
Humidity 77%
Visibility 9.19km
Cloud cover 44%
UV index 4
Daily sunshine hours 10
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 06:04
Time of sunset 18:02
Length of day 11:58
Our opinion about the weather in march
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable



How was the weather last march?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Shanghai in march 2024:

01-03-2024
Cloudy
40°F to 47°F
02-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 47°F
03-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 54°F
04-03-2024
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 52°F
05-03-2024
Mist
50°F to 52°F
06-03-2024
Overcast
45°F to 52°F
07-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 54°F
08-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
43°F to 54°F
09-03-2024
Partly Cloudy
40°F to 52°F
10-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 56°F
11-03-2024
Overcast
47°F to 61°F
12-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 59°F
13-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 56°F
14-03-2024
Partly Cloudy
47°F to 59°F
15-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 63°F
16-03-2024
Cloudy
54°F to 68°F
17-03-2024
Cloudy
50°F to 58°F
18-03-2024
Overcast
45°F to 50°F
19-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
43°F to 63°F
20-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
43°F to 56°F
21-03-2024
Overcast
43°F to 63°F
22-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 74°F
23-03-2024
Overcast
59°F to 72°F
24-03-2024
Cloudy
59°F to 77°F
25-03-2024
Light rain shower
58°F to 67°F
26-03-2024
Cloudy
49°F to 58°F
27-03-2024
Partly Cloudy
49°F to 59°F
28-03-2024
Cloudy
54°F to 67°F
29-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 77°F
30-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
59°F to 77°F
31-03-2024
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 72°F

Map: other cities in China in march

Cities near Shanghai:

Suzhou in marchgood weather
Nantong in marchtolerable weather
Huzhou in marchgood weather
Ningbo in marchgood weather
Zhoushan in marchbad weather
Hangzhou in marchgood weather
Yancheng in marchtolerable weather
Huangshan (yellow mountain) in marchgood weather
Wenzhou in marchgood weather
Linyi in marchtolerable weather
Qingdao in marchbad weather
Lushan in marchgood weather
China in march: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in march.

Legend: Shanghai perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad


Weather data for Shanghai in march:

Weather data for Shanghai for march are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Shanghai. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Shanghai can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Shanghai.


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