Weather in January in Tibet
Planning a trip to Tibet this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Tibet in January?
Tibet is a region in China. January in Tibet generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. January is a winter month.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Lhasa at 1°C to cold in Shigatse at 5°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -10°C in Shigatse and -15°C in Lhasa. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tibet, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Shigatse with an average of 2.6 mm to low snow/rainfall in Lhasa with 11 mm.Average sunshine
The city Lhasa usually sees around 251 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a more detailed look at Tibet's conditions throughout the year, check out our Tibet climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit China, check out our Tibet's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 2 most popular destinations in Tibet?
Lhasa
In January Lhasa generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Shigatse
In January Shigatse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Tibet?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Lhasa, January may not be the ideal time to visit Tibet.
Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide tolerable weather in Lhasa. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Tibet.
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