Tibet Weather in July

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

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Lhasa Shigatse

Planning a getaway to Tibet, China this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tibet in July

Tibet, China is a region in China. July in Tibet generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Lhasa.

For specific regional insights in Tibet, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Lhasa with an average of 154 mm (6.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Shigatse with 185 mm (7.3 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Lhasa typically receives 230 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tibet — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lhasa)

January1°C (34°F) February4°C (39°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September17°C (63°F) October12°C (54°F) November5°C (41°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tibet in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tibet.

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

Temperature range in Tibet (July)

Precipitation variation in Tibet (July)

Lhasa

In July Lhasa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
230 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lhasa →

Shigatse

In July Shigatse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Shigatse →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tibet, in China.

In our records: China July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in China reached 45°C (113°F) in Nanchang on July 10, 1978.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lhasa 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Shigatse 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)

Tibet weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Tibet, China in July. The popular destination of Lhasa averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Average temperatures in Tibet, China during July range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Lhasa.

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

Tibet, China sees substantial rainfall in July. Lhasa typically averages about 154 mm (6.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Tibet, China?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Tibet, China with overall tolerable weather in Lhasa. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Tibet, China is in May, June, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Lhasa. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Tibet.

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