What June feels like in Shanghai
For Shanghai, June is early summer on the calendar. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay warm and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Thick, humid air means clothes cling and the heat feels stronger than the number.
Rain in Shanghai in June
June is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 15.5 mm (0.6 in) on an average rainy day. That is heavier than Shanghai's usual 10.1 mm per rainy day across the year. June is Shanghai's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in June
On 15 June the sun rises at about 4:49 am and sets around 6:59 pm local time, giving 14 h 10 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 27 min more daylight than mid-May. The sun is out for roughly 51% of those daylight hours, so sun and cloud share the day.
How June compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, June comes out as the 3rd warmest month in Shanghai. Afternoons run 2.8°C (5°F) warmer than in May, with 134 mm more rain. July continues the upward trend. The next month's average high: 31.7°C (89.1°F).
Who June suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Shanghai in June
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 June?
It feels warm: typical highs are 27.6°C (81.7°F), with lows near 21°C (69.8°F).
Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in June?
Quite a lot — 248 mm spread over about 16 days.
What should I wear in Shanghai in June?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is June or July better for visiting Shanghai?
July, narrowly: it ranks #11 of 12 among Shanghai's months, against #12 for the other. July is warmer.