Shanghai Weather in January
In January, Shanghai averages a high of 9°C (48°F) and a low of 2°C (36°F), based on 52 years of historical weather data from SHANGHAI/HONGQIAO.
9°C
Average high
48°F
2°C
Average low
36°F
23°C
Record high
73°F · 2020
-10°C
Record low
14°F · 1977
What to Expect in Shanghai in January
Typical January days in Shanghai reach 9°C (48°F) during the afternoon and cool to around 2°C (36°F) overnight. On average, measurable rain falls on about 35% of days this month. Over the past 52 years, January temperatures in Shanghai have ranged from a record high of 23°C (2020) down to a record low of -10°C (1977).
For a day-by-day look or other months, see the full Shanghai weather history.