NOAA GHCND · LIVE

Shanghai Weather in May

In May, Shanghai averages a high of 24°C (76°F) and a low of 17°C (62°F), based on 52 years of historical weather data from SHANGHAI/HONGQIAO.

24°C
Average high
76°F
17°C
Average low
62°F
35°C
Record high
95°F · 2011
7°C
Record low
45°F · 1995

What to Expect in Shanghai in May

Typical May days in Shanghai reach 24°C (76°F) during the afternoon and cool to around 17°C (62°F) overnight. On average, measurable rain falls on about 41% of days this month. Over the past 52 years, May temperatures in Shanghai have ranged from a record high of 35°C (2011) down to a record low of 7°C (1995).

For a day-by-day look or other months, see the full Shanghai weather history.

← PreviousShanghai in AprilNext →Shanghai in June

Shanghai Weather by Month

📬 Free weekly newsletter

This week in weather history.

Five notable weather anniversaries from the week ahead — deadliest tornadoes, record temps, historic storms — every Sunday. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

4,200+ readers · Sunday delivery