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Thursday, 16th July 2026
35°
Smoky haze
Feels like 44° · Low 28°
Official weather alert: 高温. Today, Shanghai is set to face a notably hot day, with temperatures spiking up to 35 °C and offering slight relief at 28 °C by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Shanghai Today, with speeds reaching around 7 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 62%, but with light accumulations around 3.33 mm.
35° / 28°
Temp
62%
Rain
7 km/h
Wind
76%
Humidity
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Shanghai hourly forecast for today
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| 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 05:01 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 18:59 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 29.7° | 29.4° | 29.1° | 29.1° | 29.1° | 28.9° | Sunrise | 29.4° | 30.5° | 31.5° | 32.1° | 33.8° | 35.2° | 35.4° | 34° | 33.1° | 32° | 31.1° | 30.4° | 29.9° | Sunset | 29.2° | 28.7° | 28.5° | 28.3° | 28.2° | |
| feels like | 35.7° | 35.4° | 35° | 34.9° | 34.8° | 34.4° | 35.6° | 37.1° | 38.6° | 39.5° | 42° | 43.9° | 44.2° | 42.7° | 42.3° | 41.3° | 41° | 39.5° | 38.4° | 36.8° | 35.6° | 35.1° | 34.6° | 34.5° | |||
| wind speed | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 2 km/h | 4 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 163° | 173° | 174° | 183° | 207° | 221° | 247° | 270° | 309° | 4° | 9° | 18° | 37° | 58° | 79° | 80° | 66° | 64° | 81° | 101° | 114° | 117° | 122° | 145° | |||
| wind direction | SSE | S | S | S | SSW | SW | WSW | W | NW | N | N | NNE | NE | ENE | E | E | ENE | ENE | E | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0.4 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.8 mm | 1.2 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 9% | 9% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 9% | 8% | 6% | 23% | 4% | 36% | 18% | 17% | 47% | 57% | 35% | 38% | 12% | 13% | 15% | 15% | 15% | 16% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 76% | 78% | 79% | 80% | 79% | 79% | 78% | 73% | 68% | 67% | 61% | 56% | 56% | 61% | 67% | 72% | 80% | 82% | 84% | 87% | 88% | 88% | 89% | 89% | |||
| dew point | 25° | 25.1° | 25.2° | 25.2° | 25.1° | 24.9° | 25.2° | 25.1° | 25° | 25.1° | 25.2° | 25.2° | 25.2° | 25.5° | 26° | 26.4° | 27.2° | 27° | 26.8° | 26.7° | 26.5° | 26.4° | 26.3° | 26.2° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 7.8 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 2.6 km | 1.9 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | |||
| cloud cover | 18% | 14% | 15% | 19% | 14% | 15% | 19% | 19% | 19% | 79% | 20% | 78% | 59% | 56% | 84% | 76% | 70% | 87% | 20% | 18% | 28% | 28% | 30% | 34% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 1 | 2.6 | 4.7 | 7.2 | 9.8 | 9.5 | 8.7 | 5.3 | 1.9 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Weather in Shanghai today
The weather in Shanghai today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 35 °C, compared to an average of 32.4 °C for 16th of July in recent years.
temperatures
35 °C
rain
3.3 mm
wind
7 km/h
UV
Very High
Shanghai Today Weather Indexes for Outdoor Activities & Health
Live indexes for outdoor activities, pollen allergies, air quality (AQI), UV index and health in Shanghai - Thursday, 16th July 2026
UV Sun Exposure Risk
Very High
10 / 11+
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Good
6 / 10
Pollen Allergy Risk
Very High
10 / 10
Arthritis Pain Index
Low
3 / 10
Outdoor Activity Index
Fair
4 / 10
Running & Jogging Index
Fair
4 / 10
Cycling Weather Index
Very Poor
0 / 10
Pet Walking Index
Fair
5 / 10
Gardening Weather Index
Good
7 / 10
Photography Light Index
Good
6 / 10
Driving & Road Safety
Good
6 / 10
Shanghai daylight overview ☀️
Today in Shanghai, The sun rises at 05:01 and sets at 18:59, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 58 minutes.
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The weather today in Shanghai - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Shanghai?
The maximum temperature for today in Shanghai is expected to be 35° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Shanghai? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 62% chance of rain in Shanghai today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Shanghai? 🌀
The wind in Shanghai is expected to blow at 7 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Shanghai today?
Given the forecast of 35 °C with a 62% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Shanghai today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Shanghai today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:01 and set at 18:59 in Shanghai.
How accurate is the weather forecast Shanghai today? ✅
Shanghai weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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