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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

Shanghai in January

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Shanghai are April, May, October and November. In January, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
7°C
Rainfall
12 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In January, Shanghai is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 7°C with about 12mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Shanghai in January

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 January: FAQ

Is January 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 January?+

Expect average temperatures around 7°C. Rainfall averages about 12mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

What should I pack for Shanghai in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

What is there to do in Shanghai in January?+

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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