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Lhoka, Tibet Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Lhoka, Tibet?
Lhoka, Tibet gets 486 mm of precipitation a year over about 88 rainy days. June is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).
Subtropical highland climate
Lhoka, Tibet has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 24°C in June. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -6° | 9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 3° | 17° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 17° |
How much rain does Lhoka get?
Lhoka gets 486 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 88 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 142 mm. November is the driest, with 1 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 20.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 96 days, to February 22, 2023.
Lhoka weather by month
Lhoka weather in January
In January, Lhoka averages a high of 8°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 21°C (2007) and the record low is -17°C (1983).
Lhoka weather in February
In February, Lhoka averages a high of 11°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2001) and the record low is -14°C (1989).
Lhoka weather in March
In March, Lhoka averages a high of 13°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 25°C (1999) and the record low is -10°C (1994).
Lhoka weather in April
In April, Lhoka averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 26°C (2009) and the record low is -8°C (1970).
Lhoka weather in May
In May, Lhoka averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 29°C (1995) and the record low is -2°C (1989). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lhoka weather in June
In June, Lhoka averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 30°C (1998) and the record low is 2°C (1996). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lhoka weather in July
In July, Lhoka averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 142 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 31°C (2009) and the record low is 4°C (1978).
Lhoka weather in August
In August, Lhoka averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 131 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 28°C (2025) and the record low is 3°C (1971). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lhoka weather in September
In September, Lhoka averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 28°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (1976). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lhoka weather in October
In October, Lhoka averages a high of 18°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 25°C (2020) and the record low is -6°C (1971). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lhoka weather in November
In November, Lhoka averages a high of 13°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (2009) and the record low is -11°C (1984).
Lhoka weather in December
In December, Lhoka averages a high of 9°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (2011) and the record low is -16°C (1981).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lhoka
December is the sunniest month in Lhoka, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 15%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 47% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Lhoka is sunnier than 51% of China.
Humidity peaks in July at 69% and is lowest in January at 44%.
First and last freeze in Lhoka
The first fall freeze in Lhoka typically comes around October 22, and the last spring freeze around April 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 187 days.
Lhoka weather records
These records cover LHASA during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Lhoka station is 31°C, on July 24, 2009. The coldest is -17°C, on January 4, 1983.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 50 mm of precipitation, on December 20, 2018.
57 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Lhoka
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -6°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 3°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 3°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7° | 8° | 2.3 mm | 1 | 44% | 67% | 21° | -17° |
| February | -4° | 11° | 2.3 mm | 1 | 46% | 59% | 21° | -14° |
| March | -1° | 13° | 4.1 mm | 2 | 49% | 53% | 25° | -10° |
| April | 3° | 17° | 8.1 mm | 5 | 50% | 41% | 26° | -8° |
| May | 7° | 21° | 32 mm | 9 | 58% | 38% | 29° | -2° |
| June | 11° | 24° | 86 mm | 14 | 64% | 30% | 30° | 2° |
| July | 12° | 23° | 142 mm | 20 | 69% | 15% | 31° | 4° |
| August | 11° | 22° | 131 mm | 19 | 64% | 19% | 28° | 3° |
| September | 9° | 21° | 65 mm | 13 | 64% | 30% | 28° | 1° |
| October | 3° | 18° | 6.3 mm | 3 | 56% | 60% | 25° | -6° |
| November | -3° | 13° | 1.0 mm | 1 | 50% | 70% | 23° | -11° |
| December | -7° | 9° | 5.6 mm | 1 | 45% | 76% | 20° | -16° |
Station: LHASA, 78 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Lhoka climate questions
How much rain does Lhoka get?
Lhoka gets 486 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 88 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Lhoka?
July is the wettest month in Lhoka, with 142 mm. November is the driest, with 1 mm.
How many rainy days does Lhoka have a year?
Lhoka has about 88 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Lhoka?
June is the warmest month in Lhoka, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Lhoka?
January is the coldest month in Lhoka, with an average low of -7°C.
What is the record high temperature in Lhoka?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Lhoka station is 31°C, set on July 24, 2009. The record low is -17°C, on January 4, 1983.
What is the sunniest month in Lhoka?
December is the sunniest month in Lhoka, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Lhoka?
The first fall freeze in Lhoka typically comes around October 22. The last spring freeze is around April 18.
What is the best time to visit Lhoka?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.