Tibet Weather in October

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

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Lhasa Shigatse

Planning a journey to Tibet, China this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Tibet in October

Tibet, China is a region in China. October in Tibet generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Lhasa.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Shigatse with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Lhasa with 47 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Lhasa enjoys approximately 281 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tibet by month

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 October

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

Temperature range in Tibet (October)

Precipitation variation in Tibet (October)

Lhasa

In October Lhasa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
281 hours
268 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
6 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Shigatse

In October Shigatse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lhasa 12°C (54°F) -2°C (28°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Shigatse 14°C (57°F) -1°C (30°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Tibet weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Tibet, China brings unpleasant weather. In Lhasa, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

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

Lhasa averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in October, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tibet, China during October, with Lhasa averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Tibet, China?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Tibet, China due to the typically unpleasant weather in Lhasa.

On average, the best time to visit Tibet, China is in May, June, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Lhasa. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Tibet.

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