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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

Shanghai in March

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Shanghai are April, May, October and November. In March, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

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

In March, Shanghai is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 12°C with about 84mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Shanghai in March

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 March: FAQ

Is March 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 March?+

Expect average temperatures around 12°C. Rainfall averages about 84mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Shanghai in March?+

Based on the typical March weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Shanghai in March?+

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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