Tibet Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tibet, China in April.

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Lhasa Shigatse

Planning a getaway to Tibet, China this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tibet in April

Tibet, China is a region in China. April in Tibet generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Lhasa at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Shigatse at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Shigatse and -4°C (25°F) in Lhasa.

To explore the conditions in Tibet, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Shigatse with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Lhasa with 42 mm (1.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Lhasa sees close to 249 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Tibet in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tibet

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Tibet, China?

Temperature range in Tibet (April)

Precipitation variation in Tibet (April)

Lhasa

In April Lhasa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
249 hours
281 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Lhasa →

Shigatse

In April Shigatse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Shigatse →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tibet in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lhasa 11°C (52°F) -4°C (25°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Shigatse 14°C (57°F) -2°C (28°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

Tibet weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tibet, China in April?

Expect unpleasant weather across Tibet, China in April. The popular destination of Lhasa averages 11°C (52°F) by day and -4°C (25°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tibet, China in April?

In Lhasa, the average daytime high in April is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -4°C (25°F).

Does Tibet, China get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Not particularly. Lhasa averages just 42 mm (1.7 in) of snow/rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Tibet, China.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Tibet, China?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Tibet, China due to the typically unpleasant weather in Lhasa.

On average, the best time to visit Tibet, China is in May, June, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Lhasa. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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