Sea Temperature in Shanghai in December

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Yellow Sea in Shanghai in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Shanghai. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Shanghai in December

3°C

MINIMUN

10.5°C

AVERAGE

18°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Shanghai

Water Temperature Chart for Yellow Sea in Shanghai in December

Sea Temperature Table in Shanghai in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	14°C	15°C	17°C	15.8°C
Dec 2	14°C	15°C	16°C	15.3°C
Dec 3	14°C	15°C	16°C	15.0°C
Dec 4	14°C	14°C	16°C	14.8°C
Dec 5	14°C	14°C	16°C	14.8°C
Dec 6	14°C	14°C	16°C	15.0°C
Dec 7	14°C	14°C	15°C	14.5°C
Dec 8	14°C	14°C	14°C	14.3°C
Dec 9	14°C	14°C	14°C	14.0°C
Dec 10	13°C	14°C	13°C	13.8°C
Dec 11	13°C	14°C	14°C	14.0°C
Dec 12	13°C	14°C	13°C	13.8°C
Dec 13	13°C	13°C	13°C	13.5°C
Dec 14	13°C	14°C	13°C	13.8°C
Dec 15	13°C	14°C	12°C	13.5°C
Dec 16	12°C	14°C	12°C	13.0°C
Dec 17	12°C	13°C	12°C	12.8°C
Dec 18	11°C	13°C	12°C	12.3°C
Dec 19	11°C	13°C	11°C	12.0°C
Dec 20	11°C	13°C	11°C	12.0°C
Dec 21	11°C	13°C	11°C	11.8°C
Dec 22	11°C	12°C	11°C	11.5°C
Dec 23	11°C	10°C	10°C	11.0°C
Dec 24	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.8°C
Dec 25	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.5°C
Dec 26	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.5°C
Dec 27	10°C	10°C	9°C	10.0°C
Dec 28	9°C	9°C	9°C	9.5°C
Dec 29	10°C	9°C	9°C	9.5°C
Dec 30	9°C	9°C	9°C	9.5°C

Shanghai Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

11°C

Average Day Air Temperature

4°C

Average Night Air Temperature

53 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

7 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

5 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

16 km/h

Average Wind Speed

74%

Average
humidity

Shanghai lies within the Municipality of Shanghai in China. The average daytime temperature in Shanghai in December is 11°C (52°F), while the nighttime average is 4°C (38°F). There are typically seven rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 53 mm (2.1 inches). The daylight duration in December in Shanghai is 10 hours, with an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 16 km/h (10 mph), and the humidity level is around 74%.

The water temperature in Shanghai in December ranges from 9°C to 16°C (48°F to 61°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 15°C (59°F), shifting to 13°C (55°F) by mid-December and reaching 11°C (52°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Shanghai for December is 13°C (55°F). The water is cool, but many swimmers can tolerate it, especially with the sun out. Acclimatization is helpful.

Sea Temperature in December in Nearby Cities

Yangshan

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Shanghai

What is the sea temperature in Shanghai in December?

The water temperature in the Yellow Sea in Shanghai in December ranges from 9°C to 16°C (48°F to 61°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Yellow Sea in Shanghai in December?

The average sea temperature in Shanghai in December is 13°C (55°F), and the air temperature is 11°C (52°F), so the water is cool, but many swimmers can tolerate it, especially with the sun out. Acclimatization is helpful.