At a glance
| Metric | Ningbo | Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 32°C |
| Coldest month low | 3°C | 2°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1699 mm | 1477 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 7.1 h/day | 7.3 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & October–November | April–May & October–November |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Ningbo | Shanghai | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.0 · Fair | 4.3 · Poor | Ningbo |
| February | 4.7 · Poor | 4.8 · Poor | Shanghai |
| March | 7.2 · Good | 7.3 · Good | Shanghai |
| April | 8.3 · Good | 8.9 · Excellent | Shanghai |
| May | 8.2 · Good | 8.7 · Excellent | Shanghai |
| June | 5.0 · Fair | 6.0 · Fair | Shanghai |
| July | 2.2 · Challenging | 3.0 · Poor | Shanghai |
| August | 2.7 · Challenging | 3.7 · Poor | Shanghai |
| September | 6.4 · Fair | 7.0 · Good | Shanghai |
| October | 8.9 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Shanghai |
| November | 9.0 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Ningbo |
| December | 6.4 · Fair | 5.6 · Fair | Ningbo |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Ningbo or Shanghai?
Shanghai has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 3 for Ningbo — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Ningbo?
The best months to visit Ningbo are April–May & October–November, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
The best months to visit Shanghai are April–May & October–November, based on six years of climate data.
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