Weather in Lhasa (Tibet)
What's the weather like in Lhasa (Tibet)?
Lhasa (Tibet) has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July, with overnight lows around -7°C (19°F) and 11°C (52°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Lhasa (Tibet) are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇳 China
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Coordinates
- 29.652, 91.172
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 41°F | -7°C / 19°F | 6 mm | 2 | — |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 24°F | 8 mm | 2 | — |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | -1°C / 29°F | 18 mm | 6 | — |
| April | 14°C / 58°F | 2°C / 35°F | 40 mm | 10 | — |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 5°C / 42°F | 76 mm | 15 | — |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 51°F | 91 mm | 15 | — |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 154 mm | 22 | — |
| August | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 143 mm | 22 | — |
| September | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 49°F | 92 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 4°C / 39°F | 32 mm | 8 | — |
| November | 11°C / 52°F | -1°C / 31°F | 7 mm | 2 | — |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 24°F | 7 mm | 2 | — |
Lhasa (Tibet) by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lhasa (Tibet)?
The most comfortable months in Lhasa (Tibet) are usually June, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Lhasa (Tibet)?
June is typically the hottest month in Lhasa (Tibet), averaging a high of 22°C (72°F).
What is the coldest month in Lhasa (Tibet)?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -7°C (19°F).
Does it snow in Lhasa (Tibet)?
Snow is rare in Lhasa (Tibet); the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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