Shanghai Weather in March

Shanghai March Scenery

Weather: It is windy in early spring, but warms up gradually. The average high and low temperatures are 12 °C (54 °F) and 5 °C (41 °F).

Clothing: Sweaters and overcoats are needed, but also bring thin sweaters and long-sleeve T-shirts in case it gets warmer during the day.

Low Season: March is low travel season, and tourist attractions are less crowded. There are great deals on hotels and flight tickets. Visiting Shanghai in March? See China Highlights' Shanghai tours.

Also read Best of Shanghai, Insider Guide
Also read: Where to Travel in March?

Shanghai Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
March   1 50 °F 10 °C 37 °F 2.78 °C
March   2 51 °F 10.56 °C 37 °F 2.78 °C
March   3 51 °F 10.56 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
March   4 51 °F 10.56 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
March   5 51 °F 10.56 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
March   6 52 °F 11.11 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
March   7 52 °F 11.11 °C 39 °F 3.89 °C
March   8 52 °F 11.11 °C 39 °F 3.89 °C
March   9 53 °F 11.67 °C 39 °F 3.89 °C
March   10 53 °F 11.67 °C 39 °F 3.89 °C
March   11 53 °F 11.67 °C 40 °F 4.44 °C
March   12 53 °F 11.67 °C 40 °F 4.44 °C
March   13 54 °F 12.22 °C 40 °F 4.44 °C
March   14 54 °F 12.22 °C 40 °F 4.44 °C
March   15 54 °F 12.22 °C 41 °F 5 °C
March   16 55 °F 12.78 °C 41 °F 5 °C
March   17 55 °F 12.78 °C 41 °F 5 °C
March   18 55 °F 12.78 °C 42 °F 5.56 °C
March   19 56 °F 13.33 °C 42 °F 5.56 °C
March   20 56 °F 13.33 °C 42 °F 5.56 °C
March   21 56 °F 13.33 °C 43 °F 6.11 °C
March   22 57 °F 13.89 °C 43 °F 6.11 °C
March   23 57 °F 13.89 °C 43 °F 6.11 °C
March   24 57 °F 13.89 °C 43 °F 6.11 °C
March   25 58 °F 14.44 °C 44 °F 6.67 °C
March   26 58 °F 14.44 °C 44 °F 6.67 °C
March   27 58 °F 14.44 °C 44 °F 6.67 °C
March   28 59 °F 15 °C 45 °F 7.22 °C
March   29 59 °F 15 °C 45 °F 7.22 °C
March   30 59 °F 15 °C 45 °F 7.22 °C
March   31 60 °F 15.56 °C 46 °F 7.78 °C

Shanghai Climate Information by Month

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Q: Al Friesen Asked on 2012-12-24 Reply
We are planning a three week visit to Shanghai in March to visit our first grandchild. We would like to take a one week good quality cruise in warmer climes in the second week.Your advise is appreciated. Thanks.

Hi Al, the last week in March is the warmest.  And I recommend the Victoria Sophia(was named Victoria Prince) sailing between Shanghai and Chongqing to you. The duration for downstream is exactly 7 days.  http://www.chinahighlights.com/yangtzecruise/victoria-sophia/

One of my American customers has experienced it and found it rather good. Please kind let me know the number of people in your group, then we will send you the quotation.

Whitney Liao Replied on 2012-12-24
Q: jayne Asked on 2012-12-08 Reply
I am planning to Shanghai on 8/2/2013 - 16/2/2013, can i roughly know how''s the weatherweather?!

It is windy in early spring, but warms up gradually. The average high and low temperatures are 12 °C (54 °F) and 5 °C (41 °F).

Sweaters and overcoats are needed, but also bring thin sweaters and long-sleeve T-shirts in case it gets warmer during the day.

Nora Ou Replied on 2012-12-09
Q: David Asked on 2012-09-09 Reply
Planning on using United air miles, where can I get the land portion? I guess 14 days for Xian, Beijing and Shanghai is enough; ...can they be covered in 14 days?

Hi David, for the land portion, please contact your airlines directly. 14 days is enough for Xian, Beijing and Shanghai. If you would like, we can tailor make a tour for you.

Whitney Liao Replied on 2012-09-11
Q: Jessie K. Asked on 2012-03-17 Reply
I am visiting Shanghai on the last week of March till early April. Please advise me on the type of clothing for these time. I will be bringing my 10 year old daughter too. Will it be still very cold and windy?
Hi! Thanks for your query. Shanghai is still a bit cold at the end of March, but not so serious, with temperature ranging from 5- 15 C or 41 - 59 F. I suggest you that take the thin sweaters and coats. Please see more information about Shanghai weather and travel tips at http://www.chinahighlights.com/shanghai/weather.htm. Wish you a pleasant trip in Shanghai! Peter Replied on 2012-03-19
Q: Bill Leigh Asked on 2012-01-21 Reply
We are visiting on QM2 in March and would like to take a one or two hour city area river tour to see the big buildings. Can we walk from the QM2 berth to join a boat tour? Can you recommend a web site with maps and detail? What is the address of the QM2 berthing area? Thanks Bill and Penny.
Hi Bill, you could take the Huangpu River Cruise in Shanghai to enjoy the view of the Bund and see the buildings along the river side. Please visit the websit below to get more information: http://www.chinahighlights.com/shanghai/attraction/huangpu-river-night-cruise.htm About the berthing area of QM2, please contact the cruise company to get the information. Wish you a nice journey! Nora Ou Replied on 2012-01-22