What is the current water temperature in Shanghai?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Shanghai?

As of now, in Shanghai, the water temperature is 30.06°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Shanghai

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Shanghai. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

86.1

°F

August 9, 03:15

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

86.1°F

Tomorrow:

85.8°F

Sunrise:

05:15

Sunset:

18:44

Day Length:

13 h. 29 min.

Shanghai in August

Minimum:

46.6°F

Average:

48.7°F

Maximum:

51.4°F

Sea water temperature in Shanghai today

As of now, in Shanghai, the water temperature is 86.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is about the same as the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 88.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 83.6°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 85.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 85.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 85.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Shanghai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 26	84.2°F	84.3°F	84.5°F
Jul 27	83.7°F	84.2°F	84.6°F
Jul 28	83.8°F	84.5°F	84.7°F
Jul 29	83.9°F	85.2°F	85.1°F
Jul 30	83.9°F	85.4°F	85.2°F
Jul 31	83.8°F	85.2°F	85.1°F
Aug 1	84.4°F	86.2°F	85.2°F
Aug 2	84.9°F	87.0°F	85.2°F
Aug 3	85.2°F	87.8°F	85.4°F
Aug 4	85.3°F	87.2°F	85.3°F
Aug 5	85.1°F	87.8°F	85.4°F
Aug 6	85.9°F	87.5°F	85.5°F
Aug 7	86.0°F	87.6°F	85.7°F
Aug 8	86.1°F	87.8°F	86.0°F
Aug 9	86.1°F	87.5°F	85.9°F
Aug 10	85.8°F	87.1°F	85.6°F
Aug 11	85.5°F	86.9°F	85.4°F
Aug 12	85.6°F	87.0°F	85.5°F
Aug 13	85.7°F	87.0°F	85.5°F
Aug 14	85.9°F	87.2°F	85.7°F
Aug 15	85.6°F	87.0°F	85.5°F
Aug 16	85.7°F	87.7°F	85.5°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Shanghai by month

In Shanghai, the months June through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 128 swimming days.

The warmest water in Shanghai was recorded on August 20, 2022, reaching a 89.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 8, 2016, dipping to 42.0°F. The average readings by season are 49.2°F in Winter, 60.3°F in Spring, 81.5°F in Summer, and 72.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Zhabei	86.1°F	3mi
Suzhou	87.4°F	51mi
Changshu	85.9°F	51mi
Nantong	86.1°F	66mi
Zhangjiagang	86.5°F	70mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Shanghai