Weather in February in Tibet
Are you planning a trip a to Tibet in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Tibet in February?
Tibet is a region in China. February in Tibet generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. During February, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C in Lhasa to 7°C in Shigatse. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -8°C in Shigatse and -11°C in Lhasa. February is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Shigatse with an average of 3.5 mm to low snow/rainfall in Lhasa with 12 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Lhasa enjoys close to 232 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tibet in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Tibet climate page.
Where to go in Tibet in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 2 most popular destinations in Tibet?
Lhasa
In February Lhasa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Shigatse
In February Shigatse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tibet, in China.
Is February the best time to visit Tibet?
In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Tibet due to the typically poor weather in Lhasa.
On average, the best time to visit Tibet is in May, June, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Lhasa. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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