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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Lhasa has a temperate climate, classified as ET in the Köppen system. The warmest month is June with an average high of 20°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to -12°C. The annual temperature range of 32°C is typical of continental climates with distinct seasons.
The driest month is December with only 3 rain days and 9mm of precipitation. For travellers, December through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 70% to 70% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Lhasa are January, February, May. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
20°C
June
Coldest Month
-12°C
January
Driest Month
3 days
December
Annual Range
32°C
-12° to 20°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C | -12°C | 3 | 10h | View |
| February | 5°C | -8°C | 3 | 11h | View |
| March | 8°C | -4°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| April | 12°C | -1°C | 12 | 12h | View |
| May | 17°C | 4°C | 16 | 13h | View |
| June | 20°C | 9°C | 19 | 12h | View |
| July | 20°C | 11°C | 24 | 11h | View |
| August | 19°C | 10°C | 24 | 10h | View |
| September | 18°C | 7°C | 21 | 11h | View |
| October | 13°C | 1°C | 14 | 11h | View |
| November | 6°C | -7°C | 5 | 10h | View |
| December | 4°C | -10°C | 3 | 10h | View |
January
3 rain days, 10h sun
February
3 rain days, 11h sun
March
7 rain days, 11h sun
April
12 rain days, 12h sun
May
16 rain days, 13h sun
June
19 rain days, 12h sun
July
24 rain days, 11h sun
August
24 rain days, 10h sun
September
21 rain days, 11h sun
October
14 rain days, 11h sun
November
5 rain days, 10h sun
December
3 rain days, 10h sun
Lhasa in June
Data Sources for Lhasa
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.