September verdict

China in September

Weather score55Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6.1h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 118mm, so some wet days are possible.

Shanghai, Shanghai, China, China travel weather guide
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September weather

Monthly averages

Temp

24°C

Rain

118mm

Sun

6.1h

Sea

7°C

Weather score

55

Mixed

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Showers

Rainfall averages 118mm, so some wet days are possible.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 6.1h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 7°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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September24°C average high

September sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.

Warmest monthsMay to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

September118mm average rain

September is wetter than China's yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.

Driest monthsJanuary to March and October to December

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

September6.1 hours average sun

September 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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September7°C average sea

September is one of China's warmest sea months, when swimming comfort is usually strongest.

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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September55 weather score

September scores above China's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.

Best weather monthsMay to September

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

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