🇨🇳 Shanghai vs Ulan-Ude 🇷🇺

Shanghai, China vs Ulan-Ude, Russia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Shanghai is the warmer of the two — about 13 degrees warmer on average across the year. Shanghai is drier, with roughly 16 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Shanghai🇷🇺 Ulan-Ude
Avg annual high20°C7°C
Hottest monthJuly (32°C)July (27°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (-25°C low)
Rainy days / year119135
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberMay, June, August

🇨🇳 Shanghai

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

🇷🇺 Ulan-Ude

Best around May, June, August. Hottest in July (27°C), coldest lows in January (-25°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Shanghai or Ulan-Ude warmer?

Shanghai is warmer overall, averaging about 13 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Shanghai or Ulan-Ude?

Ulan-Ude is rainier — Shanghai sees about 16 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Shanghai vs Ulan-Ude?

Shanghai is best around April, May, October; Ulan-Ude is best around May, June, August.

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