Shangyu, Zhejiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Shangyu, Zhejiang gets 1531 mm of precipitation a year over about 146 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).

Shangyu climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Shangyu, Zhejiang has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 34°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Shangyu get?

Shangyu gets 1531 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 146 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 262 mm. December is the driest, with 67 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to December 31, 2024.

Shangyu weather by month

Shangyu weather in January

In January, Shangyu averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The January record high is 24°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (1977).

Shangyu weather in February

In February, Shangyu averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -6°C (1979).

Shangyu weather in March

In March, Shangyu averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The March record high is 34°C (2025) and the record low is -2°C (2010).

Shangyu weather in April

In April, Shangyu averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 120 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangyu weather in May

In May, Shangyu averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 130 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2023) and the record low is 9°C (1981).

Shangyu weather in June

In June, Shangyu averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 262 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2025) and the record low is 13°C (1987).

Shangyu weather in July

In July, Shangyu averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2022) and the record low is 17°C (2015).

Shangyu weather in August

In August, Shangyu averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 178 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 42°C (2024) and the record low is 18°C (2019).

Shangyu weather in September

In September, Shangyu averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 12°C (1987).

Shangyu weather in October

In October, Shangyu averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangyu weather in November

In November, Shangyu averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The November record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1993). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangyu weather in December

In December, Shangyu averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shangyu

December is the sunniest month in Shangyu, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Shangyu is cloudier than 80% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 79% and is lowest in April at 67%.

Shangyu has about 52 days a year above 32°C. Shangyu is hotter than 78% of China.

First and last freeze in Shangyu

The first fall freeze in Shangyu typically comes around December 10, and the last spring freeze around February 23. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 290 days.

Shangyu weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shangyu station is 42°C, on August 3, 2024. The coldest is -8°C, on January 5, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 226 mm of rain, on October 7, 2013.

43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Shangyu

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 3°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 16°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January97 mm1270%43%-13°24°-8°
February93 mm1274%31%-13°28°-6°
March140 mm1570%32%-11°34°-2°
April120 mm1367%30%-9°35°
May130 mm1369%26%-6°37°
June262 mm1579%14%-4°38°13°
July172 mm1270%19%-2°41°17°
August178 mm1367%39%-1°42°18°
September117 mm1176%38%-2°39°12°
October77 mm874%39%-5°38°
November78 mm1172%47%-8°32°-2°
December67 mm968%53%-12°25°-8°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Shangyu climate questions

How much rain does Shangyu get?

Shangyu gets 1531 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 146 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shangyu?

June is the wettest month in Shangyu, with 262 mm. December is the driest, with 67 mm.

How many rainy days does Shangyu have a year?

Shangyu has about 146 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Shangyu?

July is the warmest month in Shangyu, with an average high of 34°C.

What is the coldest month in Shangyu?

January is the coldest month in Shangyu, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Shangyu?

The record high at the Shangyu station is 42°C, set on August 3, 2024. The record low is -8°C, on January 5, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Shangyu?

December is the sunniest month in Shangyu, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Shangyu?

The first fall freeze in Shangyu typically comes around December 10. The last spring freeze is around February 23.

What is the best time to visit Shangyu?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station HANGZHOU (72 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station HANGZHOU.