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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

Shanghai in February

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Shanghai are April, May, October and November. In February, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
6°C
Rainfall
25 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In February, Shanghai is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 6°C with about 25mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Shanghai in February

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Local food tour of Shanghai
Taste the signature dishes of Shanghai.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Shanghai in February: FAQ

Is February a good time to visit Shanghai?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Shanghai's best months are generally April, May, October and November.

What is the weather like in Shanghai in February?+

Expect average temperatures around 6°C. Rainfall averages about 25mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Shanghai in February?+

Based on the typical February weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Shanghai in February?+

Popular things to do include Local food tour of Shanghai and Central market & street-food lunch. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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