What is the current water temperature in Shanghai?

As of now, in Shanghai, the water temperature is 26.2°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

79.2

°F

June 26, 15:09

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

78.9°F

Tomorrow:

79.4°F

Sunrise:

04:52

Sunset:

19:02

Day Length:

14 h. 10 min.

Shanghai in July

Minimum:

47.5°F

Average:

49.1°F

Maximum:

52.2°F

Sea water temperature in Shanghai today

As of now, in Shanghai, the water temperature is 79.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise 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 81.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 75.7°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 80.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 79.3°F, while the maximum might reach 80.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Shanghai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 12	76.4°F	75.9°F	75.2°F
Jun 13	74.6°F	74.9°F	75.5°F
Jun 14	75.4°F	76.2°F	75.8°F
Jun 15	75.6°F	77.2°F	76.3°F
Jun 16	77.4°F	78.4°F	76.8°F
Jun 17	77.3°F	78.3°F	77.0°F
Jun 18	78.7°F	78.7°F	77.8°F
Jun 19	78.8°F	78.7°F	77.8°F
Jun 20	78.9°F	78.5°F	77.9°F
Jun 21	78.9°F	78.5°F	77.9°F
Jun 22	78.7°F	78.4°F	78.2°F
Jun 23	78.5°F	78.5°F	78.3°F
Jun 24	78.4°F	78.4°F	78.1°F
Jun 25	78.9°F	78.2°F	78.2°F
Jun 26	79.2°F	78.2°F	78.4°F
Jun 27	79.4°F	78.2°F	78.6°F
Jun 28	79.3°F	78.2°F	78.5°F
Jun 29	79.7°F	78.4°F	78.9°F
Jun 30	80.0°F	78.6°F	79.2°F
Jul 1	80.2°F	78.8°F	79.4°F
Jul 2	80.6°F	79.6°F	79.8°F
Jul 3	80.8°F	79.8°F	80.0°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, 81.4°F in Summer, and 72.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Zhabei	79.6°F	3mi
Suzhou	82.4°F	51mi
Changshu	77.9°F	51mi
Nantong	79.7°F	66mi
Zhangjiagang	77.6°F	70mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Shanghai