Weather in Shanghai Municipality for January 2026
In general, the average temperature in Shanghai Municipality at the beginning of January is 10.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 9.4 °C by the end of January.
The climate of Shanghai Municipality in January is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 37.8 mm of precipitation.
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Shanghai Municipality Weather January
Temperatures trend during January in Shanghai Municipality
January weather in Shanghai Municipality day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Sunny | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /4° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 3 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 4 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 12° /4° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 5 Jan. |  Overcast | 12° /6° | 2.3 mm | 3 | |
| 6 Jan. | Overcast | 11° /5° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 9 Jan. | Sunny | 10° /3° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 10 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 11 Jan. |  Cloudy | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 14° /3° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 13 Jan. | Sunny | 14° /6° | 8.7 mm | 4 | |
| 14 Jan. | Cloudy | 14° /4° | 1.7 mm | 3 | |
| 15 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 10° /3° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 16 Jan. | Cloudy | 8° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 17 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 11° /3° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 18 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /3° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 12° /4° | 1.3 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 10° /4° | 1.3 mm | 3 | |
| 21 Jan. | Cloudy | 11° /5° | 0.8 mm | 3 | |
| 22 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 10° /5° | 5.1 mm | 3 | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /5° | 2.6 mm | 2 | |
| 24 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0.2 mm | 2 | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 0.1 mm | 2 | |
| 26 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /3° | 3.2 mm | 3 | |
| 27 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /2° | 2.4 mm | 3 | |
| 28 Jan. | Sunny | 8° /1° | 0.8 mm | 3 | |
| 29 Jan. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 1.2 mm | 3 | |
| 30 Jan. | Sunny | 12° /3° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| 31 Jan. | Cloudy | 13° /6° | 2.8 mm | 3 | |
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Shanghai Municipality in January - FAQ
What to pack to Shanghai Municipality in January?
As you prepare for your trip to Shanghai Municipality in January, 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 Municipality, during January, 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
January rainfall patterns in Shanghai Municipality
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