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Lhasa Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Lhasa can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Lhasa can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in June to a very cold 1°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -15°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Lhasa experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 722 mm yearly. The seasons in Lhasa, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives high rainfall, with an average of 154 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 8.7 mm over a single snowy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Lhasa Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

Lhasa enjoys sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 9.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. August, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lhasa.

The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 72%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Forecast for Lhasa

Sat   Dec 21
10°C | -5°C
SW 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Sun   Dec 22
8°C | -6°C
SW 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Mon   Dec 23
11°C | -7°C
SW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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The best time of year to visit Lhasa in China

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Lhasa have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, November and December are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Lhasa?
    June has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lhasa?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lhasa?
    July tops the wettest month list with 154 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lhasa?
    December is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Lhasa?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 281 hours of sunshine.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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