The Best Time to Visit Tibet

Influenced by different and complicated season, Tibet climate is different in different areas and temperature varies greatly within a single day and you may don't need the air conditioner in summer here. On the other hand, the weather in Tibet gets warmer and warmer in recent years so that most of the places you can visit all around year such as Lhasa, Shigatse Prefecture and Shannan Prefecture in Tibet with the proper temperature of 15-20 degree.

Generally speaking, the time from May to October is the best period for Tibet tour, when several Tibetan traditional folk festivals are also celebrated in this season, such as the Shoton Festival (on Tibetan July 1st to July 5th), Buddha Unveiling Festival and Nakchu Horse Race Festival. These festivals provide tourists a perfect chance to get profound understanding of Tibetan culture).

The Best Time to Visit Tibet – Lhasa

The best time to visit Lhasa is between June and September the same as most areas of Tibet. In addition, the March is also the proper time to go to Lhasa because a lot of ducks will play on Lhasa River.

The Best Time to Visit Tibet – Nyingchi

The wonderful scenery of dense forests is different from the other parts of Tibet, which the scenic spot you can enjoy in winter. The best time to go to Nyingchi is from April to October. If you are interested in the famous scenery of "Flower Sea", the March and April will be the best time for you.

The Best Time to Visit Tibet – Shigatse

Shigatse is called the center of politics and culture and the best time for travel is from June to October, when tourists can enjoy the wide grassland full of green and blue sky. In addition, in October of autumn, Shigatse is known as its mysterious color of orange.

The Best Time to Visit Tibet – Namtso

Namtso is close to Lhasa City with the similar climate. The best time to visit is from May to September.