Weather in Shanghai for February 2025
In general, the average temperature in Shanghai at the beginning of February is 8.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 8.9 °C by the end of February.
Shanghai sees moderate rainfall in February, averaging 6 rainy days.
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Shanghai in February average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  12° | 2 7° | |||||
| 3  9° | 4  9° | 5  8° | 6  6° | 7 8° | 8 8° | 9  9° |
| 10 11° | 11 12° | 12 14° | 13 15° | 14 15° | 15 13° | 16 11° |
| 17 14° | 18 21° | 19 16° | 20 10° | 21  9° | 22 7° | 23 6° |
| 24 7° | 25 8° | 26 9° | 27 12° | 28  13° |
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Temperatures trend during February in Shanghai
February weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Feb. | Partly cloudy | 12° /4° | 5 mm | 4 | |
| 2 Feb. | Partly cloudy | 7° /4° | 4.1 mm | 3 | |
| 3 Feb. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 8.5 mm | 3 | |
| 4 Feb. | Sunny | 9° /3° | 7.7 mm | 3 | |
| 5 Feb. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 0.2 mm | 2 | |
| 6 Feb. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /4° | 5.3 mm | 2 | |
| 7 Feb. | Overcast | 8° /4° | 0.4 mm | 2 | |
| 8 Feb. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 0.3 mm | 2 | |
| 9 Feb. | Heavy rain at times | 9° /4° | 3.5 mm | 3 | |
| 10 Feb. | Overcast | 11° /5° | 0.6 mm | 3 | |
| 11 Feb. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /6° | 3.9 mm | 3 | |
| 12 Feb. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /7° | 5.1 mm | 4 | |
| 13 Feb. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 3 mm | 4 | |
| 14 Feb. | Overcast | 15° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 15 Feb. | Sunny | 13° /3° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 16 Feb. | Sunny | 11° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 17 Feb. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /5° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 18 Feb. | Sunny | 21° /10° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 19 Feb. | Partly cloudy | 16° /6° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| 20 Feb. | Sunny | 10° /4° | 5.6 mm | 3 | |
| 21 Feb. | Cloudy | 9° /3° | 9.6 mm | 2 | |
| 22 Feb. | Overcast | 7° /3° | 1.9 mm | 2 | |
| 23 Feb. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /3° | 4.5 mm | 2 | |
| 24 Feb. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 3.8 mm | 2 | |
| 25 Feb. | Partly cloudy | 8° /1° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 26 Feb. | Partly cloudy | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 27 Feb. | Partly cloudy | 12° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 28 Feb. | Mist | 13° /5° | 5.5 mm | 3 | |
| 1 Mar. |  Moderate rain | 7° /6° | 24 mm | 2 | |
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Guide for Shanghai in February
In February, Shanghai experiences a transition from the cold winter to the milder spring. At the beginning of the month, the weather in Shanghai is still quite chilly, with temperatures averaging around 5° during the day and dropping to around 1° at night.
Visitors can expect overcast skies and occasional light rain during this time. As the month progresses, the temperatures gradually begin to rise, and by the end of February, the weather becomes noticeably milder.
Daytime temperatures increase to around 10°, and the nights become less cold, hovering around 5°. The chance of rain diminishes, and there are more sunny days towards the end of the month.
It's important to note that the weather in Shanghai during February can be quite changeable, so visitors should be prepared for varying conditions. Layered clothing, including a warm jacket, is essential for outdoor activities, especially at the beginning of the month.
As the month progresses, lighter clothing such as sweaters and long-sleeved shirts will suffice. Overall, February in Shanghai marks the transition from winter to spring, offering a mix of cold and milder days as the month unfolds.
Shanghai in February - FAQ
What to pack to Shanghai in February?
As you prepare for your trip to Shanghai in February, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Shanghai, during February, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
February rainfall patterns in Shanghai
UV exposure in Shanghai during February
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