April verdict

China in April

Weather score45Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 20°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 5.7h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 92mm, so some wet days are possible.

Shanghai, Shanghai, China, China travel weather guide
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April weather

Monthly averages

Temp

20°C

Rain

92mm

Sun

5.7h

Sea

5°C

Weather score

45

Mixed

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Trip feel

Cool

Average highs are around 20°C, so pack for cooler days.

Showers

Rainfall averages 92mm, so some wet days are possible.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 5.7h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 5°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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April20°C average high

April is close to China's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.

Warmest monthsMay to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

April92mm average rain

April sits near China's yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.

Driest monthsJanuary to March and October to December

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

April5.7 hours average sun

April sits close to China's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.

Brightest monthsMay to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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April5°C average sea

April is below China's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.

Warmest seaJune to October

Sea temperatures are usually near 7°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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April45 weather score

April sits close to China's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.

Best weather monthsMay to September

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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