Tibet Weather in August

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

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Lhasa Shigatse

Thinking about venturing to Tibet, China this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Tibet in August

Tibet, China is a region in China. August in Tibet generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Lhasa.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tibet, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Lhasa with an average of 150 mm (5.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Shigatse with 179 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Lhasa sees around 215 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Tibet in August

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Tibet, China?

Temperature range in Tibet (August)

Precipitation variation in Tibet (August)

Lhasa

In August Lhasa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Lhasa →

Shigatse

In August Shigatse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
179 mm (7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Shigatse →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lhasa 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Shigatse 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 179 mm (7 in)

Tibet weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Tibet, China generally has tolerable weather conditions. Lhasa sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Lhasa peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in August, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Tibet, China get a lot of rain in August?

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Tibet, China. Average rainfall in Lhasa sits around 150 mm (5.9 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Tibet, China?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Tibet, China. Typically, the climate in Lhasa is tolerable. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide tolerable weather in Lhasa. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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