Shanghai

China

☁️
11°C (52°F)
Feels like 8°C (46°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs
11°C
(52°F)
Nighttime Lows
3°C
(37°F)

Cool and cloudy with a feels-like temperature of 8°C (46°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

Moderate

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

73% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

6-7 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

🌊 Ocean & Beaches

Water Temperature
12° C
( 54 °F)
(estimate)
Surf Conditions
Moderate to rough

East China Sea beaches are cool but beautiful for coastal walks

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

  • Historic tours
  • Food tours
  • Shopping
  • Cultural experiences
  • Museum visits

Attractions

  • The Bund
  • Yu Garden
  • Shanghai Tower
  • Nanjing Road
  • French Concession

💰 Cost of Living

$2,500
estimated per month
SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

85
Mbps
Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Cool and cloudy
Humidity 73%

✅ December Summary

December in Shanghai offers cool and cloudy weather with temperatures ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 11°C (52°F). The humidity is around 73% and you can expect 6-7 hours daily. Popular activities include Historic tours, Food tours, Shopping and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $2,500 per month and internet speeds average 85 Mbps.