January Rainfall and Precipitation in Tibet
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Tibet, China in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
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Tibet precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Tibet, China receive in January?
Rainfall in Lhasa during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 11 mm (0.4 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Tibet, China in January?
Expect around a single day rainy days in Lhasa during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Tibet, China?
January is generally a drier month for Tibet, China, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Tibet, China?
Lhasa is the wettest city in Tibet, China in January according to our database, with average snow/rainfall of around 11 mm (0.4 in).
What is the driest city in January in Tibet, China?
In our records, Shigatse stands out as the driest city in Tibet, China for January, averaging just 2.6 mm (0.1 in).
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