What April feels like in Shanghai
In Shanghai, April brings mid-spring. Afternoons are mild and comfortable for most people in light layers. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights are cool. Humidity is on the high side, but mild temperatures keep it comfortable.
Rain in Shanghai in April
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. When rain comes it is heavy, about 10.7 mm (0.4 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. That is close to Shanghai's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 10.1 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in April
On 15 April the sun rises at about 5:27 am and sets around 6:22 pm local time, giving 12 h 54 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 58 min more daylight than in mid-March. The sun is out for roughly 64% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How April compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, April comes out as the 6th coolest month in Shanghai. Compared with March, afternoons are 5.1°C (9.2°F) warmer, with 14 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into May. The next month's average high: 24.8°C (76.6°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Shanghai in April
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Shanghai in April?
Expect around 20.2°C (68.4°F) in the afternoon and 11.2°C (52.2°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.
Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in April?
Quite a lot — 97 mm spread over about 9 days.
What should I wear in Shanghai in April?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is April or May better for visiting Shanghai?
April, narrowly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Shanghai's months, against #3 for the other. May is warmer and has more rainy days.