Temperature in Tibet in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Tibet, China this January.

Tibet, China, a region in China, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 1°C (34°F) in Lhasa to 5°C (41°F) in Shigatse. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -10°C (14°F) in Shigatse and -15°C (5°F) in Lhasa. January is part of the winter season On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Tibet, China in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Tibet on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Tibet, check out our Tibet's climate page.

See also: Tibet weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Tibet in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Tibet temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tibet, China in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Lhasa. That makes January a very low month for Tibet, China.

How cold does it get at night in Tibet, China in January?

Lhasa sees nighttime lows close to -15°C (5°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Tibet, China?

Shigatse tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around -10°C (14°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Tibet, China?

When looking through our records, we find that Lhasa stands out as the coolest city in Tibet, China for the month of January. Daytime highs average 1°C (34°F) and it cools down to about -15°C (5°F) at night.

How much sun does Tibet, China get in January?

Lhasa enjoys close to 251 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

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