Climate of Tibet, China
Area-weighted average across Tibet. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tibet, a subdivision of China, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -13.3°C / 8.1°F in January to 7.8°C / 46°F in July, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 71 mm / 2.8 in depending on the season (308 mm / 12.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13.3°C8.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| February | -11.6°C11.1°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| March | -7.3°C18.9°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
| April | -3°C26.6°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| May | 1.6°C34.9°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| June | 6°C42.8°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| July | 7.8°C46°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 7.2°C45°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| September | 4.4°C39.9°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| October | -1.8°C28.8°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| November | -8.2°C17.2°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| December | -11.8°C10.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tibet?
Tibet, China does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 7.8°C / 46°F, and the driest is November at 4 mm / 0.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Tibet?
Tibet, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -13.3°C / 8.1°F in January to 7.8°C / 46°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 308 mm / 12.1 in, with the wettest month being July (71 mm / 2.8 in) and the driest November (4 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tibet?
The hottest month in Tibet is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.8°C / 46°F.
What is the coldest month in Tibet?
The coldest month in Tibet is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -13.3°C / 8.1°F.
When does it rain most in Tibet?
The wettest month in Tibet is July, averaging about 71 mm / 2.8 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.