Nagqu Travel Weather and Climate in March

Average Temperature (℃): -5.9
Average Precipitation/Rainfall (mm): 3.6

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
maximum temperature (℃)	-3.1	-1.3	2.9	6.8	11.2	14.9	15.6	15.1	12.7	7.5	1.8	-1.9
minimum temperature (℃)	-21.1	-18.3	-13.6	-8.5	-3.3	1.5	3.5	3.0	0.3	-6	-14.4	-20.1
Rainfall (mm)	3.2	3.3	3.6	11.2	28.5	83.3	103.1	91.5	75.2	20.4	3.8	2.6

Lying within the sub-frigid zone of Tibet, Nagqu experiences extremes of cold and wind, and is an area prone to extremely dry air and violent storms. Throughout the year, there is no period where there is no frost in the prefecture, and the land is under a state of semi-permanent permafrost, even in the summer months.

What to Wear for a March Nagqu Travel

For the changing temperatures, bring your winter clothes and dress in layers. Some hotels and many restaurants in Nagqu have no central heating, so you might need to wear a coat inside. Have a T-shirt, coat, trousers, hat, and gloves. A sun hat and sunglasses can protect you from the high ultraviolet radiation.

Things to see and do at Nagqu in March

Lying between the the southern slope of Tanggula Mountain and the northern foot of Nyainqentanglha Mountain, Nagchu (also known as Nagqu or Naqu) is home to rolling mountains, vast grassland, stunning lakes and precious species, like Nagqu River – the headwater of the Nujiang River (the Salween), Tangra Yum Tso – a holy lake of the Bon religion, Siling Tso – the world’s highest lake, Changtang Prairie – the world’s largest grassland plateau, Nagqu Horse Racing Festival – the most magnificent horse racing festival in Tibet, etc.

Useful Travel Tips for your Nagqu Travel in March

In Nagqu, which is around 1,000 meters higher than Lhasa, you may need to take things easy at first, to allow your body to get used to the increase in altitude. Normally, there is very little risk of altitude sickness by increasing your elevation by this much for a short period, as long as you do not over exert yourself and refrain from drinking alcohol and smoking. It is essential that you drink plenty of water to remain hydrated, and eat good healthy food for the duration of your trip to Nagqu.