Lhasa weather in January (Tibet, China)
What should you pack for a trip to Lhasa in January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In January, Lhasa usually has very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 1°C, while nights can cool down to about -15°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.
Precipitation
Lhasa in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about a single day of snow/rain are anticipated.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 251 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Lhasa.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January 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 January
Min Temperature
-15°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
11 mm
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
71%
Sunshine
251 hours
Percentage Sunshine
78%
Where to go in China in January
Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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