Tibet
Tibet is a snow-covered plateau full of mystery and beauty, with rich cultural heritage and magnificent natural scenery. The best time to visit Tibet is April to May and September to October, when the weather is warm and rainfall is low. Must-visit attractions include the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street, as well as natural wonders such as Namtso Lake, Basongtso and the Brahmaputra Grand Canyon.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in Tibet throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average -3.9–4.9°C, cold and dry climate with large temperature differences between day and night, very little rainfall. Common activities: Enjoying the high-altitude scenery, visiting temples. Recommended clothing: Thick down jacket, thermal underwear, wool sweater, waterproof jacket.
Summer (June–August): Average 10.1–12.3°C, relatively warmer climate, but still with large temperature differences between morning and evening, slightly more rainfall than other seasons, but still a dry climate. Common activities: Hiking (be mindful of altitude), high-altitude photography. Recommended clothing: Lightweight warm jacket, fleece jacket, long trousers, sun protection clothing.
Autumn (September–November): Average 9.6–-1.0°C, the climate gradually turns colder, dry with little rain, large temperature differences between day and night. Common activities: Enjoying the autumn high-altitude scenery, experiencing Tibetan culture. Recommended clothing: Thick jacket, thermal underwear, wool sweater, hat, gloves, scarf.
Winter (December–February): Average -10.1–-5.8°C, cold and dry climate, very little rainfall. Common activities: Suitable for some indoor activities, such as visiting museums and temples. Recommended clothing: Thick down jacket, thermal underwear, wool sweater, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, scarf, warm boots.
Weather in Tibet
Annual average temperature: approx. 2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 17 mm / Summer humidity: 30%–40% / Rainiest month: July
Tibet weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | -10.1°C | -8.6°C | -3.9°C | 0.5°C | 4.9°C | 10.1°C | 12.3°C | 10.7°C | 9.6°C | 4.9°C | -1°C | -5.8°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 7.8 | 3.3 | 3.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0 |
7-day weather forecast for Tibet
| Date | 11/14Saturday | 11/15Sunday | 11/16Monday | 11/17Tuesday | 11/18Wednesday | 11/19Thursday | 11/20Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Sunny | Sunny |  Light freezing rain | Sunny | Sunny | Sunny | Sunny |
| High | -0.4°C | -1.4°C | -6.3°C | -4.6°C | -1.7°C | -0.5°C | 0.2°C |
| Low | -10.9°C | -11.6°C | -12.3°C | -14.9°C | -12.3°C | -11.3°C | -9.4°C |
