Weather in Shanghai Municipality for May 2026
In general, the average temperature in Shanghai Municipality 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 Municipality experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 105 mm.
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Shanghai Municipality Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Shanghai Municipality
May weather in Shanghai Municipality 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 Municipality in May - FAQ
What to pack to Shanghai Municipality in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Shanghai Municipality 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 Municipality, 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 Municipality
UV exposure in Shanghai Municipality during May
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