Month guide · Shanghai · China
Shanghai in June
What June is really like in Shanghai: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Kimon Berlin, CC BY-SA 2.0
Quick answer
June is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 14.2 hours of daylight. The plum rain season usually starts mid-month, bringing days of humid drizzle and heavy showers.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Shanghai: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 21°C (70°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with May (25°C (77°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 04:49
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 18:59
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
Summer (June–August). Plum rains in June, then heat and humidity with highs often above 32°C and occasional typhoons; plan indoor sights for midday.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 3 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in April). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in June
- Shanghai International Film Festival (usually June)
- Dragon Boat Festival — zongzi rice dumplings and races (late May or June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Aquarium · Lujiazui (Pudong)
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Next to the Oriental Pearl Tower, the aquarium follows the waters of different continents and includes a long underwater tunnel with sharks and rays and a section on Yangtze River species.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Waterfront · The Bund and People's Square
The Bund
Come twice: at sunrise, when locals practise tai chi on the promenade, and after dark for the lit-up skyline.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Views
- After dark
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- Couples
Garden · Old City (Yuyuan)
Yu Garden
A Ming-dynasty private garden begun in 1559, Yu Garden packs rockeries, carp ponds, pavilions and the Exquisite Jade Rock into about two hectares.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
Landmark · Lujiazui (Pudong)
Oriental Pearl Tower
Combine it with the Shanghai Ocean Aquarium next door for a family morning in Lujiazui.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- After dark
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 21°C and 14 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Shanghai?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Shanghai in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Shanghai?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The plum rain season usually starts mid-month, bringing days of humid drizzle and heavy showers.
+How warm is Shanghai in June?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Shanghai in June?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.