Tibet Weather in March

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

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Lhasa Shigatse

Are you planning a trip a to Tibet, China in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Tibet in March

Tibet, China is a region in China. March in Tibet generally has cold temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Lhasa to 10°C (50°F) in Shigatse. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C (23°F) in Shigatse and -7°C (19°F) in Lhasa.

To explore the conditions in Tibet, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Shigatse with an average of 5.1 mm (0.2 in) to low snow/rainfall in Lhasa with 22 mm (0.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Lhasa typically receives 255 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tibet in March

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

Temperature range in Tibet (March)

Precipitation variation in Tibet (March)

Lhasa

In March Lhasa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
255 hours
249 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Lhasa →

Shigatse

In March Shigatse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Shigatse →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lhasa 7°C (45°F) -7°C (19°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Shigatse 10°C (50°F) -5°C (23°F) 5.1 mm (0.2 in)

Tibet weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Tibet, China in March. The popular destination of Lhasa averages 7°C (45°F) by day and -7°C (19°F) at night during this month.

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

In Lhasa, the average daytime high in March is 7°C (45°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -7°C (19°F).

Does Tibet, China get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Tibet, China. Lhasa averages only about 22 mm (0.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Tibet, China?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Tibet, China with often unpleasant weather in Lhasa.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide tolerable weather in Lhasa. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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