Guangzhou vs Shanghai in September

Shanghai is the better pick in September — 61 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Shanghai is hot, soaked, muggy air, while Guangzhou is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.

Guangzhou vs ShanghaiSeptember climate, side by side

GuangzhouShanghai
Comfort score50/100 (D)61/100 (C)
Feels-like high37°C32°C
Avg high / low31° / 25°29° / 22°
Rainfall216 mm168 mm
Rainy days1913
Humidity83%81%
Air quality (AQI)10894

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Guangzhou vs Shanghai in September — FAQ

Is September better in Guangzhou or Shanghai?
Shanghai is the better pick in September — 61 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Shanghai is hot, soaked, muggy air, while Guangzhou is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Guangzhou vs Shanghai in September?
In September, Guangzhou averages 31°C high / 25°C low with about 216 mm of rain; Shanghai averages 29°C high / 22°C low with about 168 mm.