Nagqu Travel Weather and Climate in July
Nagqu Travel Weather and Climate in July
Average Temperature (℃): 9.2
Average Precipitation/Rainfall (mm): 103.1
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 July Nagqu Travel
You will need to take plenty of clothes to stay warm, as the area is pretty cold throughout the year, with daily temperatures never getting above 15 degrees. Layers are better than thick jackets and sweaters, and can help you stay warmer. It is also easier to warm up or cool down by peeling off layers of thinner clothes.
Things to see and do at Nagqu in July
Nagchu (also Nagqu or Naqu) in the northern Tibet is the largest prefecture of Tibet Autonomous Region. Nagchu Prefecture is generally called as Changtang, which is home to the unique nomadic culture and splendid natural scenery. Nagchu tourist attractions like Qiangtang Prairie, Nagqu Horse Racing Festival, Nyenchen Tangula Mountain, Tangra Yum Tso, Tsanden Monastery, Siling Tso, Relics of Xiangxiong Kingdom, Skeleton Wall, Shenzha Nature Reserve, Purog Kangri Glacier, Geladandong Serac, Drolma Canyon, etc.
Useful Travel Tips for your Nagqu Travel in July
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.