Shanghai Stadium

Stadium Large multiuse stadium in Shanghai's Xuhui District

A large Shanghai sports complex hosting football, athletics and concerts; fans attend league matches and touring events, while the surrounding park offers running tracks and recreation facilities.

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Shanghai Stadium is a large multi-purpose sports stadium in Shanghai Municipality, China, completed in the late 20th century as part of the city’s major sports complex. It is one of Shanghai’s principal outdoor venues and has hosted domestic league football and large-scale events.

The bowl-style stadium seats on the order of 50,000 to 60,000 spectators depending on configuration and is commonly laid out for football and athletics. The complex includes adjacent indoor arenas and training facilities.

Built as part of Shanghai’s modern sports infrastructure, the stadium has been used for professional football matches, athletics events and occasional concerts and cultural events. It has undergone maintenance and upgrades to meet contemporary event standards.

The stadium is situated in Xuhui District in central Shanghai and forms part of a cluster of sports venues and public-transport links serving the area.

  • Capacity and events: Seating capacity is around 56,000 and the venue is used for football matches, athletics and large concerts; check event schedules as use varies seasonally.
  • Location and access: Located in Xuhui District, the stadium is part of a larger sports complex with nearby indoor arenas and public-transport connections.
Shanghai Stadium
Shanghai Stadium, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
31.1835, 121.4373
Varies by event
Varies by event

How to Get to Shanghai Stadium #

Shanghai Stadium sits in Shanghai’s Xuhui sports district and is served by the nearby Shanghai Indoor Stadium / Shanghai Stadium metro station (the station adjacent to the venue - a short walk from the stadium). By car it’s accessible from the city’s Inner Ring Road and other major arteries; there is event parking nearby but traffic can be heavy during major events, so metro is usually the easiest option.

Tips for Visiting Shanghai Stadium #

  • Use Shanghai's metro to reach the stadium district rather than driving - the complex is well served by nearby subway stations and avoids heavy event-day traffic and parking shortages.
  • Follow the event organiser's entrance instructions: different events use different gates inside the stadium complex, so check your ticket and the venue's event page to avoid queuing at the wrong entrance.
  • If you want photos or a quieter visit, arrive early before fans converge, or plan to stay later after most attendees have left; concessions and vendor queues are busiest right before start time.

Best Time to Visit Shanghai Stadium #

Plan visits for spring or autumn for the most comfortable weather; check event schedules to time attendance.

Spring
Mar-May · ~10-22°C
Pleasant and comfortable weather for attending outdoor events and traveling around the city.
Summer
Jun-Aug · ~25-35°C (humid)
Hot and humid with heavy rainfall possible; event days can be crowded and summer storms or typhoons occasionally affect schedules.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · ~15-25°C
Generally the most pleasant weather-cooler and drier than summer, good for outdoor events and getting around the stadium.

Weather & Climate near Shanghai Stadium #

Climate

Shanghai Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1071 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 96 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (163 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

163 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

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