March weather forecast
Shanghai, China

As winter fades and spring truly sets in during March, the weather becomes significantly warmer in Shanghai. However, the month is characterized by the highest rainfall of the year, with a significant 94mm (3.7") of precipitation. Despite the increase in average temperature, the relatively high humidity of 73% may still necessitate outerwear. Increased daylight hours usher in the cherry blossom season, which contributes to the beauty of the city. Additionally, frequent spring showers followed by more hours of sunshine paints an appealing palette of colors across Shanghai.

Temperature

March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 10.1°C (50.2°F) in February to a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 6.9°C (44.4°F) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Shanghai, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. In Shanghai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 1166mm (45.91") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 8°C (46.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Navigating the 8°C (46.4°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In Shanghai, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:12 CST.

Sunshine

In Shanghai, the average sunshine in March is 4.1h.

UV index

In Shanghai, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.