Lhasa Weather & Seasons

Lhasa Seasons to Go

Spring

Spring in Lhasa is dry and starts to get warm but sometimes it is a little bit chilly. Sunshine is plentiful and pleasant. There are fewer waterfalls. Be an early bird to visit Lhasa in spring, you will get a great discount because there are fewer tourists.

Seasonal Activities

Visiting the monasteries (Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Ganden Monastery) and Potala Palace under the comfortable sunshine.

Summer

Summer is mild with some waterfalls. But ultraviolet rays are strong in the day time, so please remember to bring sunglasses and sun scream. There is a big range of temperature between daytime and night. So a jacket or sweater is suggested to be packed.

Seasonal Activities

Camping around the Namtso Lake is strongly recommended in this season. You can also relax yourself in the hot spring of Yangpachen.

Autumn

Autumn is believed to be the best time for Tibet travel. It is cool and mostly sunny days with blue air and floating thin clouds. Prepare long-sleeve shirts, sweater and overcoat for early morning and night.

Seasonal Activities

Yangpachen trekking and camping around the Namtso Lake.

Winter

It is not as cold as most of other areas of Tibet in Lhasa when winter comes. But it is windy with small degree. In the daytime, there is sunshine usually which is very warm. The average temperature is about 10 °C. Prepare winter clothes, sunglasses and lip balms.

Actually, if you plan to visit only Lhasa and surrounding area in winter, we suggest you come. The weather is not very cold and the hotel and tour rates are cheaper than usual.

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