Shanghai · March
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 60°F, low 44°F. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
60° / 44°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
12 mph
What March feels like in Shanghai
Sunrise
06:02
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:02
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Shanghai in March
The kit for March in Shanghai: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
March vs the surrounding months
vs February
+9° avg high
+3 rain days
Shanghai in February →
March
60°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs April
-9° avg high
+2 rain days
Shanghai in April →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Shanghai in March?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Shanghai in March?+
Average high 60°F, average low 44°F.
How does March compare to surrounding months in Shanghai?+
Compared to February (avg high 51°F), March is warmer. Compared to April (avg high 69°F), March is cooler.
Does it rain often in Shanghai in March?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in March, on average.