Lhasa weather in December (Tibet, China)

Planning a trip to Lhasa in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Lhasa generally has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -13°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Lhasa in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 8.7 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 1 day.

The city usually sees around 258 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lhasa. May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lhasa climate page with graphs.

 

Lhasa, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 4%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 8.7 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 83%  

Where to go in China in December

Find out more about the weather in China in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lhasa in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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