Verdict: Fair month
Shanghai Weather in July
July runs warm in Shanghai, with daily highs around 32°C (90°F) and nights near 25°C (77°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 18 days, so build flexibility into plans. July is workable in Shanghai if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
32°C / 90°F
Average low
25°C / 77°F
Rain days
~18
Precipitation
283 mm
What to pack for Shanghai in July
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 18 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
July against the rest of the year
Warmest in Shanghai: Aug (33°C / 91°F) · Coolest: Jan (10°C / 50°F) · Wettest: Jun (~18 rain days)
10°
2°
Jan
11°
3°
Feb
16°
7°
Mar
20°
11°
Apr
25°
16°
May
29°
21°
Jun
32°
25°
Jul
33°
26°
Aug
28°
22°
Sep
23°
16°
Oct
18°
11°
Nov
11°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)