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Zhabei, Shanghai Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Zhabei, Shanghai?
Zhabei, Shanghai gets 1268 mm of precipitation a year over about 123 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Zhabei, Shanghai has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 32°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 3° | 10° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 12° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 24° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 16° | 23° |
How much rain does Zhabei get?
Zhabei gets 1268 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 123 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 68% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 214 mm. December is the driest, with 51 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 14.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to January 11, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Zhabei got 303 mm of rain, against a normal of 1268 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 181 mm.
Zhabei weather by month
Zhabei weather in January
In January, Zhabei averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 23°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (2021).
Zhabei weather in February
In February, Zhabei averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 27°C (1998) and the record low is -6°C (2018).
Zhabei weather in March
In March, Zhabei averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 31°C (2013) and the record low is -3°C (2024).
Zhabei weather in April
In April, Zhabei averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is 2°C (1991). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Zhabei weather in May
In May, Zhabei averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 35°C (2011) and the record low is 8°C (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Zhabei weather in June
In June, Zhabei averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 206 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is 14°C (2004).
Zhabei weather in July
In July, Zhabei averages a high of 32°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 146 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 17°C (2015).
Zhabei weather in August
In August, Zhabei averages a high of 32°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 214 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 40°C (2022) and the record low is 18°C (2019).
Zhabei weather in September
In September, Zhabei averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2003) and the record low is 14°C (1992).
Zhabei weather in October
In October, Zhabei averages a high of 23°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 7°C (1993). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Zhabei weather in November
In November, Zhabei averages a high of 17°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (2015). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Zhabei weather in December
In December, Zhabei averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (1991).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zhabei
December is the sunniest month in Zhabei, with estimated sunshine of 56% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 20%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 38% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Zhabei is cloudier than 69% of China.
Humidity peaks in June at 82% and is lowest in December at 67%.
Zhabei has about 41 days a year above 32°C. Zhabei is hotter than 62% of China.
First and last freeze in Zhabei
The first fall freeze in Zhabei typically comes around December 9, and the last spring freeze around February 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 288 days.
Zhabei weather records
These records cover SHANGHAI during 1991–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Zhabei station is 40°C, on August 19, 2022. The coldest is -8°C, on January 24, 2016.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 189 mm of precipitation, on October 7, 2013.
38 all-time records have been set at the station since 1991.
The best time to visit Zhabei
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May 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 mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 12°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° | 8° | 72 mm | 10 | 71% | 44% | 23° | -8° |
| February | 3° | 10° | 67 mm | 10 | 74% | 35% | 27° | -6° |
| March | 7° | 14° | 90 mm | 12 | 72% | 35% | 31° | -3° |
| April | 12° | 20° | 80 mm | 11 | 71% | 33% | 34° | 2° |
| May | 17° | 25° | 93 mm | 11 | 73% | 31% | 35° | 8° |
| June | 22° | 28° | 206 mm | 14 | 82% | 20% | 37° | 14° |
| July | 26° | 32° | 146 mm | 11 | 80% | 21% | 39° | 17° |
| August | 26° | 32° | 214 mm | 12 | 78% | 45% | 40° | 18° |
| September | 22° | 28° | 116 mm | 10 | 80% | 39% | 37° | 14° |
| October | 17° | 23° | 75 mm | 7 | 74% | 43% | 37° | 7° |
| November | 11° | 17° | 59 mm | 9 | 72% | 51% | 29° | -2° |
| December | 4° | 11° | 51 mm | 8 | 67% | 56% | 24° | -8° |
Station: SHANGHAI, 16 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1991–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Zhabei climate questions
How much rain does Zhabei get?
Zhabei gets 1268 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 123 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Zhabei?
August is the wettest month in Zhabei, with 214 mm. December is the driest, with 51 mm.
How many rainy days does Zhabei have a year?
Zhabei has about 123 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 14.
What is the hottest month in Zhabei?
July is the warmest month in Zhabei, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Zhabei?
January is the coldest month in Zhabei, with an average low of 2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Zhabei?
Within the available 1991–2026 station history, the record high at the Zhabei station is 40°C, set on August 19, 2022. The record low is -8°C, on January 24, 2016.
What is the sunniest month in Zhabei?
December is the sunniest month in Zhabei, with estimated sunshine of 56% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Zhabei?
The first fall freeze in Zhabei typically comes around December 9. The last spring freeze is around February 24.
What is the best time to visit Zhabei?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.