Gyangze County Climate
The annual average temperature is 5.5 C, and the highest is 13 C, lowest is -2C f. The climate is a little bit harsh in Tibet, but the duration of sunshine is much longer than other parts of China, so you tourists can have a sunshine bath in Tibet. The average rainfall is 288mm, so the weather in Gyangze may be a little dry.
‣ When to travel
Summer and autumn are the best seasons to visit Gyangze county as the temperatures are only somewhat cool. Winter time can be too cold to travel in Tibet. Additionally, the weather during the summer and autumn is more stable and enjoyable than it is in the winter, but you should still be prepared for swift changes in the weather. You will not need to worry about much high temperature in summer. As it does not usually too hot in Gyangze county or the surrounding areas in mid-June and umbrella should be necessary.
‣ What to Wear
Bring multiple layers of long-sleeved, warm clothing with you so you will be prepared no matter the temperature. The temperature at night is much lower than it is during the day even during the summer, so also be prepared with cold weather gear like a hat, gloves, a scarf and a thick winter coat.
‣ Temperature of Gyangze county
|
Places
|
Average Temperature |
Altitude |
North Latitude |
|
Lhasa |
7.4ºC(45.3ºF) |
3,658 m (12,001 ft) |
29°42′ |
|
Shigatse |
6.3ºC (43.3ºF) |
3,836 m (12,585 ft) |
29°13′ |
|
Nyingchi |
8.6ºC (47.5ºF) |
3,000 m (9,842.5 ft) |
39°33′ |
|
Nagqu |
-1.9ºC (28.6ºF) |
4,507 m (14,787 ft) |
31°29′ |
|
Chamdo |
7.6ºC (45.7ºF) |
3,204.7 m (10,514 ft) |
31°11′ |
|
Damxung |
1.3ºC (34.3ºF) |
4,200 m (13,779.5 ft) |
30°29′ |
|
Tsedang |
8.3ºC (47ºF) |
3,500 m (11,483 ft) |
29°15′ |
|
Gyantse |
4.7ºC (40.5ºF) |
4,040 m (13,254.6 ft) |
28°55′ |
|
Tingri |
0.7ºC (33.3ºF) |
4,300 m (14,107.6 ft) |
28°38′ |
|
Pagri |
-0.1ºC (31.8ºF) |
4,300 m (14,107.6 ft) |
27°44′ |
|
Bome |
8.5ºC (47.3ºF) |
2,750 m (9,022 ft) |
29°52′ |
|
Zayu |
-11.8ºC (10.8ºF) |
2,327.6 m (7,636.5 ft) |
28°39′ |
|
Amdo |
-3.0ºC (26.6ºF) |
4,800 m (1,5748 ft) |
32°21′ |
‣ Monthly temperature of Gyangze County
|
month |
Highest average temperature |
Lowest average temperature |
Average rainfall |
Highest temperature In history |
Lowest temperature In history |
|
Jan |
6℃ |
-14℃ |
0mm |
17℃(2007) |
17℃(2007) |
|
Feb |
7℃ |
-11℃ |
0mm |
19℃(1961) |
19℃(1961) |
|
Mar |
10℃ |
-7℃ |
1mm |
22℃(1999) |
22℃(1999) |
|
Apri |
14℃ |
-3℃ |
5mm |
23℃(1999) |
23℃(1999) |
|
May |
18℃ |
1℃ |
15mm |
26℃(1998) |
26℃(1998) |
|
June |
21℃ |
6℃ |
43mm |
29℃(2007) |
29℃(2007) |
|
July |
20℃ |
7℃ |
89mm |
28℃(1987) |
28℃(1987) |
|
Aug |
19℃ |
6℃ |
91mm |
25℃(1981) |
25℃(1981) |
|
Sep |
18℃ |
4℃ |
39mm |
25℃(2006) |
25℃(2006) |
|
Oct |
15℃ |
-2℃ |
4mm |
22℃(1981) |
22℃(1981) |
|
Nov |
10℃ |
-8℃ |
1mm |
19℃(1981) |
19℃(1981) |
|
Dec |
7℃ |
-12℃ |
0mm |
16℃(1987) |
16℃(1987) |
‣ Useful Items
● Sunglasses
● Skin cream
● Umbrella
● Raincoat
● Long-sleeved clothes
