Weather: The weather is chilly, windy, and humid. Temperatures rise a little from January; the average is around 3 °C (37 °F). It may snow in this month, but rarely a lot.
Clothing: Warm winter clothes are recommended, including a down coat, thick trousers, warm shoes, a hat, and gloves. In addition, come prepared for rain, as it is common in February.
Shanghai February Weather Data Graphs
Shanghai weather in FebruaryBest Things to Do in Shanghai in February
February is a good time to stay indoors in blustery Shanghai unless it is Chinese New Year, and Chinese New Year usually is in February. In that case, go out and see the fireworks and celebrations and the Lantern Festival.
Shanghai City God Temple FairEnjoy the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
The Spring Festival is the most important and greatest Chinese holiday. The traditional holiday runs for about two weeks. Chinese New Year usually falls in early or mid February.
During the festival, tourists have an opportunity to have fun with fireworks, try holiday food, buy tourist souvenirs and visit temple fairs.
Experience Spring Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival marks the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations and the beginning of spring. Lanterns are lit and hung from trees in public parks, shopping streets, temples, etc.
Visit Yuyuan Garden
You can see the traditional New Year lantern display at Yu Garden and Bazaar. It is one of the highlights of Shanghai, and it is easy to reach at the center of Shanghai's Old City, a few blocks south of the Bund.
Yuyuan BazaarYu Yuan's surrounding bazaar area has good shopping opportunities for traditional Chinese products, gold, and jewels. There are other shopping streets for New Year's too. Also read The Top Five Old Streets in Shanghai.
Visit Shanghai Chocolate Dream Park
This annual treat is open from about Christmas to mid February. Visitors can not only see exhibitions of artworks made of chocolate, but they may also make their very own chocolate souvenirs.
Visiting Shanghai in February: Important Travel Tips and Popular Tours
February is in the peak season.
Tour Shanghai with China HighlightsIf Chinese New Year falls on February, keep in mind that it is the busiest time for travel as China's population is on the move during this period. Book early, as flights and trains are in huge demand. If your travel dates coincide with the festival, be fully prepared.
Recommended Shanghai Tours
Beat the annual rush. Let us help you plan a personalized Shanghai tour. Here are our most popular Shanghai tours for your reference:
- 2-Day Charming Shanghai and Watertown Tour - including the Bund, Yuyuan Garden and Xitang Watertown
- 8-Day China Golden Triangle Tour: Visit the highlights in Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai.
Do the above tours not meet your requirements? See more our Shanghai tours. Or contact us and let us help you plan a personalized Suanghai tour.