Shanghai in march: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Shanghai in march 2025
The weather in Shanghai in the month of march comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout march
tolerable weather 1.9cm
Weather at 6am
52°F
Clear/Sunny
39% of time
20%
18%
15%
Weather at 12pm
59°F
Clear/Sunny
39% of time
24%
15%
15%
Weather at 6pm
52°F
Clear/Sunny
40% of time
24%
16%
15%
Weather at 3am
49°F
39%
22%
16%
13%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Shanghai in march
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Shanghai in march.
The climate of Shanghai in march is tolerable
Transitional month between winter and spring, the month of March is characterized by the succession of beautiful pleasant and gentle days. The weather often observes the alternation of a beautiful sunshine and rains which are sometimes moderate, sometimes intense. Overall, the weather in Shanghai throughout March is quite pleasant when taking care to cover up properly.
Shanghai at the Beginning of March
At the beginning of March, the mornings are still cool - with temperatures around 7° C. Even if the temperatures rise over the hours, the atmosphere remains gentle. On the other hand the pleasant presence of the relatively shy sun makes the days pleasant and this is true, despite sporadic rains.
Shanghai in the Middle of March
Due to the rising temperatures, the atmosphere in midday becomes pleasantly gentle. There is also a beautiful sunshine that recalls the wondrous days of spring. Moreover, with the rains that are gradually withdrawing, such allows the nice weather to prevail over the other climatic criteria so that the climate throughout March in Shanghai is favorable to the tourist visits.
Shanghai at the End of March
Towards the end of the month, the climatic conditions deteriorate again so that the mornings become cold in spite of a superb sunshine. At times, the rain which dominates a good part of the days may discourage those who wish to discover the city and its wonders.
Shanghai: another month?
If you can push back the dates of your trip, we advise you to go in april to Shanghai. more information
March: another location in China?
If you want to go to China in march, there are destinations with better weather than Shanghai:
In march, Chengdu, Hainan island (Haikou), Wenzhou, Wuhan, Xi'an and Yuanyang have good weather.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Shanghai in march
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are set from the weather statements of the past years of march.
| March | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 83°F (2013) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 31°F (2010) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 8 day(s) (26%) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 48°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 41°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 54°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 19km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 49°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 4.5in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 1.7in (2016) | ||||
| Snowfall | 1.9cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 77% | ||||
| Visibility | 9.19km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||||
| UV index | 4 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 06:04 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 18:02 | ||||
| Length of day | 11:58 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in march | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable | ||||
How was the weather last march?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Shanghai in march 2024:
40°F to 47°F
34°F to 47°F
40°F to 54°F
49°F to 52°F
50°F to 52°F
45°F to 52°F
40°F to 54°F
43°F to 54°F
40°F to 52°F
40°F to 56°F
47°F to 61°F
49°F to 59°F
40°F to 56°F
47°F to 59°F
49°F to 63°F
54°F to 68°F
50°F to 58°F
45°F to 50°F
43°F to 63°F
43°F to 56°F
43°F to 63°F
52°F to 74°F
59°F to 72°F
59°F to 77°F
58°F to 67°F
49°F to 58°F
49°F to 59°F
54°F to 67°F
52°F to 77°F
59°F to 77°F
54°F to 72°F
Map: other cities in China in march
Cities near Shanghai:
| Suzhou in march | good weather |
| Nantong in march | tolerable weather |
| Huzhou in march | good weather |
| Ningbo in march | good weather |
| Zhoushan in march | bad weather |
| Hangzhou in march | good weather |
| Yancheng in march | tolerable weather |
| Huangshan (yellow mountain) in march | good weather |
| Wenzhou in march | good weather |
| Linyi in march | tolerable weather |
| Qingdao in march | bad weather |
| Lushan in march | good weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in march.
Shanghai
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Weather data for Shanghai in march:
Weather data for Shanghai for march are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Shanghai. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Shanghai can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Shanghai.