Tibet Weather in May

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

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Lhasa Shigatse

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

What to Expect in Tibet in May

Tibet, China is a region in China. May in Tibet generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Lhasa at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Shigatse at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Shigatse and 2°C (36°F) in Lhasa.

For a closer look at conditions across Tibet, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Shigatse with an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Lhasa with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Lhasa gets approximately 281 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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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 May

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

Temperature range in Tibet (May)

Precipitation variation in Tibet (May)

Lhasa

In May Lhasa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
281 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
11 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lhasa →

Shigatse

In May Shigatse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lhasa 16°C (61°F) 2°C (36°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Shigatse 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)

Tibet weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Tibet, China typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Lhasa average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Lhasa averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tibet, China during May, with Lhasa averaging close to 61 mm (2.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tibet, China?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Tibet, China with overall tolerable weather in Lhasa.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Lhasa. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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