Lhasa is definitely many travelers' dream destination. Its deep blue sky, sparkling river, mystery, religion, architecture, and the simple and unsophisticated Tibetan people attract thousands of visitors.

With an altitude of 3650 meters (11,975 feet), Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world. It has the highland temperate semi-arid monsoon climate. Annual rainfall here is considerable and mainly falls from the June to September Most of the time it rains at night. The air in Lhasa is thin and the temperature is comparatively low. The temperature differences during a single day can be large. Comparatively from March to October, the climate becomes mild and humid: this is the best season to travel in Tibet. The spring and winter in Lhasa are dry and windy. Generally the May Day Holiday is the beginning of the traveling season.

Clothes
Despite the amount of sunlight in Tibet, the daily difference in temperature is still big. It is chilly at night even if the day here is sunny. Most hotels in Tibet have no central heating. Bringing winter clothes is therefore a wise choice. Generally a T-shirt, overcoat and jeans are also indispensable. Sun hats, sunglasses and suntan lotion are necessities. Also, if you intend to watch the sunrise at Mt. Everest or Namtso, then warm clothes are a must. In case to be burnt by the strong ultraviolet lights in this high-altitude area, you are suggested to take sunscreens and sunglasses. What's more, for it is usually windy and dry here, lipstick is also necessary.

Detailed information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Lhasa.

Average Data Jan Feb Mar Apr May June

Average High (F) 43/47 47/50 52/56 59/62 66/70 72/76

Average High (C) 6/8 8/10 11/13 15/17 19/21 22/24

Average Low (F) 13/16 18/22 25/29 32/36 40/44 48/51

Average Low (C) -11/-9 -8/-6 -4/-2 0/2 4/6 9/11

Rain (in) <0.1 <0.1 0.1/0.2 0.2/0.3 0.9/1.0 2.8/2.9

Rain (mm) <5 <5 <5 5/10 20/25 70/75

Average Data July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average High (F) 71/74 68/72 66/70 60/64 52/55 45/49

Average High (C) 21/23 20/22 19/21 16/18 11/13 7/9

Average Low (F) 49/52 48/51 44/48 33/37 22/25 14/18

Average Low (C) 9/11 9/11 7/9 1/3 -6/-4 -10/-8

Rain (in) 5.1/5.2 5.0/5.1 2.2/2.3 0.3/0.4 <0.1 <0.1

Rain (mm) 130/135 125/130 55/60 5/10 <5 <5