🇰🇿 Astana vs Shanghai 🇨🇳

Astana, Kazakhstan vs Shanghai, China — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Shanghai is the warmer of the two — about 11 degrees warmer on average across the year. Astana is drier, with roughly 29 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇰🇿 Astana🇨🇳 Shanghai
Avg annual high9°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-18°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year90119
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, June, AugustApril, May, October

🇰🇿 Astana

Best around May, June, August. Hottest in July (26°C), coldest lows in January (-18°C).

🇨🇳 Shanghai

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Astana or Shanghai warmer?

Shanghai is warmer overall, averaging about 11 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Astana or Shanghai?

Shanghai is rainier — Astana sees about 29 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Astana vs Shanghai?

Astana is best around May, June, August; Shanghai is best around April, May, October.

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