Shanghai Weather in January
Shanghai's severe winter is at its peak in January, with an average temperature of around 2 °C (36 °F). Don't be fooled by the number, as the temperate is actually freezing because of the wind and dampness. The bone-piercing cold drives most travelers away except for the most dedicated. The city is quiet this month. It is very warm inside hotels, restaurants, and vehicles, as central heating is supplied.
Warm clothes such as a down coat, a hat, gloves, and thick trousers are needed to stay warm. Purchase these items if you don't bring them with you.
The Chinese New Year may fall at the end of the month or during early Februay. If you plan to experience Chinese culture, arrange your tours months in advance. The New Year is the busiest travel time in China, as flights and trains are fully booked two weeks before departure. Read New Year travel guide. Shanghai Chocolate Dream Park opens from December 16, 2011 to February 19, 2012. There, visitors can not only see exhibitions of artworks made of chocolate, but also make chocolate souvenirs by themselves.
January marks Shanghai's low travel season, when prices are lower than normal and the city is free of large crowds of tourists. See China Highlights' Shanghai tours.
Shanghai Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data
| Date | Average High | Average Low | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1st | 47°F | 8.33°C | 34°F | 1.11°C |
| January 2nd | 47°F | 8.33°C | 34°F | 1.11°C |
| January 3rd | 47°F | 8.33°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 4th | 47°F | 8.33°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 5th | 47°F | 8.33°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 6th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 7th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 8th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 9th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 10th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 11th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 12th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 13th | 46°F | 7.78°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 14th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 15th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 16th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 17th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 18th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 19th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 20th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 21st | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 22nd | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 23rd | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 24th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 25th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 26th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 27th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 28th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 32°F | 0°C |
| January 29th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 30th | 45°F | 7.22°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| January 31st | 45°F | 7.22°C | 33°F | .56°C |
| Average Climate for January | 45.58°F | 7.54°C | 32.58°F | .32°C |
| Shanghai Weather Forecast on Jan. 24, 2012 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Today 36°F | 2°C Condition:Clear Humidity: 38% Wind: NW at 9 mph |
Tue
28°F | 39°F -2°C | 4°C Mostly Sunny |
Wed
28°F | 37°F -2°C | 3°C Clear |
Thu
41°F | 45°F 5°C | 7°C Mostly Sunny |
Fri
39°F | 50°F 4°C | 10°C Partly Sunny |
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Shanghai Daily Climate by Month
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- Shanghai Weather in December
Hi Cx,
We can only check the updated weather broadcast in a week, so we cna not tell you the exact weather at that time. However, according to the usual experience, there is no snow during the new year festival and the average temperature is about 4-5 degree. Warm clothes are needed for the kids.
Regards,
Coco
Hello Fernando, if you are lucky, you will have the opportunity to see the snow.
Hi Haida
Base on the past few years statistic, the temperature will be around 10 centigrade. It is colder in the evening.
It is hard to say on 24th&25th, but the scenic spot and shopping mall are almost open since 26th.
William Huo
Travel Advisor
Hi Jeni, thank you for your inquiry. I'm Nora, a trip advisor of China Highlights. Glad to offer you some information. The average temperature of Shanghai is 3-11℃ in December. It will be cold and it's suggested you prepare some warm coats and down jackets.
Hello Johariah,
I think you are right, this winter will be the coldest winter in last 10 years, it is better to prepare warm coat and sweather when you travel in China.
Lee
