Weather in Shanghai for May 2026
In general, the average temperature in Shanghai at the beginning of May is 24.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 27.4 °C by the end of May.
Shanghai experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 105 mm.
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Shanghai Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Shanghai
May weather in Shanghai day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Sunny | 24° /14° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
| 2 May | Sunny | 24° /13° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 3 May |  Partly cloudy | 25° /14° | 0.9 mm | 6 | |
| 4 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /16° | 6.3 mm | 6 | |
| 5 May | Sunny | 22° /16° | 16.5 mm | 5 | |
| 6 May |  Patchy rain possible | 25° /15° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| 7 May |  Overcast | 25° /15° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| 8 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 5.4 mm | 6 | |
| 9 May | Sunny | 24° /15° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0.8 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /17° | 5.2 mm | 6 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /17° | 1.9 mm | 6 | |
| 13 May |  Heavy rain at times | 25° /16° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 14 May | Sunny | 28° /17° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Heavy rain at times | 28° /18° | 1.8 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Overcast | 28° /17° | 5.4 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Heavy rain at times | 26° /16° | 8.5 mm | 6 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /17° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| 19 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /17° | 3.2 mm | 6 | |
| 20 May | Heavy rain at times | 24° /18° | 1.4 mm | 6 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 28° /18° | 4.4 mm | 6 | |
| 22 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /18° | 2.2 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /17° | 14 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /17° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| 25 May |  Cloudy | 27° /18° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /18° | 10.3 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May | Partly cloudy | 27° /18° | 5.7 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Partly cloudy | 27° /19° | 1.6 mm | 7 | |
| 29 May | Partly cloudy | 28° /19° | 3.3 mm | 7 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 28° /20° | 1.1 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /19° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
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Shanghai in May - FAQ
What to pack to Shanghai in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Shanghai in May, 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 May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Layered Clothing: Light sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, light jackets, and comfortable pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
May rainfall patterns in Shanghai
UV exposure in Shanghai during May
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