Tibet Weather & Climate: China

Climate by month across Tibet, China, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Tibet

Tibet in China sees its peak temperatures in June (19°C (66°F)) and its coolest in January (0°C (32°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Lhasa, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Tibet, the months of June and July bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 19°C (66°F) and 19°C (66°F).

The colder months are generally January, February, March, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Tibet sees significant variations throughout the year. July tends to be the wettest, receiving 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while December is much drier with just 8 mm (0.3 in). The driest period occurs in January, February, November and December, with rainfall remaining under 15 mm (0.6 in).

May is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Tibet has a dry mountain climate. The winters are very cold and the higher you go, the colder it gets. The best travel time for Tibet is the period from early May to October. The temperatures in Lhasa, which is located at 3600 meters, can rise to 30°C (86°F) during summer, however in the evening and in the early morning the temperature can still drop below freezing.

The winter months December and January should be avoided. Then it is very cold. Most rain is seen in July and August.

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Lhasa 1°C (34°F) 19°C (66°F) -15°C (5°F) 9°C (48°F) 722 mm (28 in) 3,016 hours
Shigatse 5°C (41°F) 21°C (70°F) -10°C (14°F) 9°C (48°F) 639 mm (25 in)

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