Shanghai Weather in September

Shanghai September Scenery

Weather: September marks the start of autumn, but weather remains summery. Heat lingers, and the highest temperatures reach over 35 °C (95 °F). The average highest and lowest temperature is 27 °C (81 °F) and 20 °C (68 °F). However, locals may question this information. The weather cools down as the month continues, and evening and morning cool towards the end of the month.

Clothing: Summer clothes still work, but bring a coat, a sweater, and long trousers in case the temperature falls.

Be aware: September is one of the best times to visit Shanghai. Tourist attractions are not as crowded and hotel rooms are cheaper than during the peak of travel season from May to August.

Planning to visit Shanghai in September? See China Highlights' Shanghai tours.

Also read How to plan a day tour of Shanghai

Shanghai Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
September   1 84 °F 28.89 °C 73 °F 22.78 °C
September   2 84 °F 28.89 °C 72 °F 22.22 °C
September   3 84 °F 28.89 °C 72 °F 22.22 °C
September   4 84 °F 28.89 °C 72 °F 22.22 °C
September   5 83 °F 28.33 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
September   6 83 °F 28.33 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
September   7 83 °F 28.33 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
September   8 83 °F 28.33 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
September   9 82 °F 27.78 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
September   10 82 °F 27.78 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
September   11 82 °F 27.78 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
September   12 81 °F 27.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
September   13 81 °F 27.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
September   14 81 °F 27.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
September   15 81 °F 27.22 °C 68 °F 20 °C
September   16 80 °F 26.67 °C 68 °F 20 °C
September   17 80 °F 26.67 °C 68 °F 20 °C
September   18 80 °F 26.67 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
September   19 79 °F 26.11 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
September   20 79 °F 26.11 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
September   21 79 °F 26.11 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
September   22 78 °F 25.56 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
September   23 78 °F 25.56 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
September   24 78 °F 25.56 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
September   25 78 °F 25.56 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
September   26 77 °F 25 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
September   27 77 °F 25 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
September   28 77 °F 25 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
September   29 76 °F 24.44 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
September   30 76 °F 24.44 °C 63 °F 17.22 °C

Shanghai Climate Information by Month

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Q: May Asked on 2012-10-28 Reply
hi,i''m will planning go Shanghai on Sep 2013,how''s the wearher there?suiteable to go for a trip?

Hi May, September brings the approach of autumn, but the weather conditions remain as they are during the summer. Heat lingers, and the highest temperatures reach over 35 °C (95 °F). The average highest and lowest temperature based on form data are 27 °C (81 °F) and 20 °C (68 °F), respectively. From experience, locals may question this information. The weather cools down as the month continues, and evening and morning coolness comes at the end of the month.

September is one of the best times to visit Shanghai. Tourist attractions are not as crowded and hotel rooms are cheaper than during the peak of travel season from May to August. Planning to visit Shanghai in September? See China Highlights' Shanghai tours.

Whitney Liao Replied on 2012-10-29
Q: jaikishan Asked on 2012-09-26 Reply
Wat is the weather inshangai at the month of september on 27to 2nd october reply quivkly pls
Hi Jaikishan, from 27 September to 2 October, the weather in Shanghai is very comfortable. The temperature is 23-25℃. Summer clothes still work, but a coat or sweater as well as long trousers are also suggested in case the temperature drops. Whitney Liao Replied on 2012-09-27
Q: kho soonkheng Asked on 2012-09-11 Reply
where is the wet market in shanghai ? ie, places where people buy vege & fruits in the morning ? As a first time tourist, I like to know where I can buy the chinese caligraphy, wood & stone carvings. What are the famous local products to bring home ?
Hi Kho, Caoyang Market曹杨市场in Putuo District is a very big one for vegetables & fruits. Places to Buy Calligraphy Works, Paintings, Wood Carvings is Yuyuan Bazaar 豫园市场 Shanghai Yuyuan BazaarYuyuan Bazaar has an amazing array of traditional Chinese items, including paintings by folk artists, pearls from Taihu Lake, calligraphy, old bank notes and wood carvings. You can buy and bring some home. Whitney Liao Replied on 2012-09-13
Q: Barbara Rudder Asked on 2011-01-30 Reply
We want to go to Shanghai, Beijing and Xian at the beginning of Sept. Is it the rainy season, and is it very hot?
Hi Barbara Rudder Our travel advisor is contacting with you. Thanks for your support. Nero Hou Replied on 2011-01-31
It is rarely rains during Sep and the weather is very comfortable. A trip through Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai and Guilin would be like going from New York to Florida via Texas and Wisconsin. Hope this helps. Good luck to you, Barbara. Dennis Su Replied on 2011-02-02
Q: edpms Asked on 2010-08-12 Reply
I'm visiting shanghai 7-15 Sept ,what sort cloths i need to bring , what is the climate,
Hi Edpms Normally, the temperature of shanghai in 7-15 Sept is 83ºF to 81ºF. I recommend you to bring some T-shirts and shorts. From late August till early September, Shanghai is frequented by typhoons and rainstorms, but they rarely cause any considerable damage. When traveling in Shanghai during these periods, please prepare umbrellas or raincoats. If you have any further questions or need any tour services in China, feel free to sned us your inquiry to service@chinahighlights.com, we will reply to you within 1 working day. Thank You Nero Hou Replied on 2010-08-12