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 19.34°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

66.8

°F

May 9, 22:31

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.0°F

Tomorrow:

66.6°F

Sunrise:

05:03

Sunset:

18:38

Day Length:

13 h. 35 min.

Shanghai in May

Minimum:

47.1°F

Average:

49.7°F

Maximum:

51.4°F

Sea water temperature in Shanghai today

As of now, in Shanghai, the water temperature is 66.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.6°F lower than 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 69.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 64.9°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 67.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.6°F, while the maximum might reach 68.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Shanghai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	64.8°F	64.6°F	62.6°F
Apr 26	66.3°F	65.4°F	63.2°F
Apr 27	66.3°F	66.2°F	63.8°F
Apr 28	65.9°F	66.3°F	64.4°F
Apr 29	65.5°F	66.2°F	64.5°F
Apr 30	66.6°F	67.8°F	65.2°F
May 1	66.5°F	67.7°F	65.8°F
May 2	66.9°F	67.7°F	66.1°F
May 3	67.2°F	67.4°F	66.3°F
May 4	67.5°F	67.3°F	66.7°F
May 5	68.3°F	67.3°F	66.9°F
May 6	67.0°F	67.8°F	67.0°F
May 7	67.5°F	67.2°F	67.2°F
May 8	67.0°F	69.0°F	67.4°F
May 9	66.8°F	69.3°F	67.4°F
May 10	66.6°F	69.5°F	67.2°F
May 11	66.7°F	69.5°F	67.3°F
May 12	67.2°F	70.1°F	67.8°F
May 13	67.7°F	70.6°F	68.4°F
May 14	68.0°F	70.8°F	68.6°F
May 15	68.6°F	69.4°F	69.2°F
May 16	68.8°F	69.3°F	69.4°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 127 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, 81.4°F in Summer, and 72.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Zhabei	66.8°F	3mi
Suzhou	72.2°F	51mi
Changshu	67.4°F	51mi
Nantong	67.9°F	66mi
Zhangjiagang	67.9°F	70mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Shanghai