Lhasa Weather in October

Lhasa National Holiday

The weather continues to cool down, with an average temperature of 8.8 °C (47.8 °F). The minimum temperature is 1.3 °C (34.3 °F) and the maximum temperature is 16.3 °C (61.3 °F). Days are sunny with low cloud cover.

Early October brings the Garma Ri Gi festival, and the best views. October 1 to 7 is the National Holiday week. During this period, more tourists visit Lhasa. Garma Ri Gi (the Tibetan Bathing Festival) is a mass activity throughout Tibet that takes place in the seventh month of the Tibetan Lunar calendar when Venus appears in the sky. It is an annual week-long festival with special Tibetan characteristics. Besides the Garma Ri Gi, the Ongkor Festival and the Great God Festival also fall during this month. There are many activities in the streets, squares, and at monasteries in Lhasa during these festivals.

Hotel rates are often higher than usual, and tourist attractions are crowded. If you are planning to visit Lhasa during this time, book your tickets in advance.

With a large temperature difference between day and night, please remember to bring long-sleeve shirts, a sweater, and an overcoat. Ultraviolet radiation is still strong, so wear sunscreen or sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes. Long-sleeve shirts, a sweater, and an overcoat are also recommended, as well as an umbrella. See our Lhasa Tours.

Lhasa Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
October   1 64 °F 17.78 °C 40 °F 4.44 °C
October   2 64 °F 17.78 °C 39 °F 3.89 °C
October   3 64 °F 17.78 °C 39 °F 3.89 °C
October   4 64 °F 17.78 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
October   5 63 °F 17.22 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
October   6 63 °F 17.22 °C 38 °F 3.33 °C
October   7 63 °F 17.22 °C 37 °F 2.78 °C
October   8 63 °F 17.22 °C 37 °F 2.78 °C
October   9 62 °F 16.67 °C 36 °F 2.22 °C
October   10 62 °F 16.67 °C 36 °F 2.22 °C
October   11 62 °F 16.67 °C 36 °F 2.22 °C
October   12 62 °F 16.67 °C 35 °F 1.67 °C
October   13 61 °F 16.11 °C 35 °F 1.67 °C
October   14 61 °F 16.11 °C 34 °F 1.11 °C
October   15 61 °F 16.11 °C 34 °F 1.11 °C
October   16 61 °F 16.11 °C 33 °F 0.56 °C
October   17 60 °F 15.56 °C 33 °F 0.56 °C
October   18 60 °F 15.56 °C 33 °F 0.56 °C
October   19 60 °F 15.56 °C 32 °F 0 °C
October   20 59 °F 15 °C 32 °F 0 °C
October   21 59 °F 15 °C 31 °F -0.56 °C
October   22 59 °F 15 °C 31 °F -0.56 °C
October   23 59 °F 15 °C 31 °F -0.56 °C
October   24 58 °F 14.44 °C 30 °F -1.11 °C
October   25 58 °F 14.44 °C 30 °F -1.11 °C
October   26 58 °F 14.44 °C 30 °F -1.11 °C
October   27 57 °F 13.89 °C 29 °F -1.67 °C
October   28 57 °F 13.89 °C 29 °F -1.67 °C
October   29 57 °F 13.89 °C 28 °F -2.22 °C
October   30 56 °F 13.33 °C 28 °F -2.22 °C
October   31 56 °F 13.33 °C 28 °F -2.22 °C

Lhasa Climate Information by Month

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Q: dinesh kenia Asked on 2011-06-02 Reply
we want to travel to lhasa . then by road travel to nepal . how is the climate around 15th october.
Dear Dinesh Kenia, Based on the former data, the temperature is about 3-15°, it's a little cold at night. You'd better take a thick coat. It's always sunny. You can get the new information on this website. Please click here: http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101140101.shtml Lussie Lu Replied on 2011-06-03
Q: Katherine Asked on 2010-07-23 Reply
What is the weather in Tibet like the later part of October?
October is one of the best times for travel to Tibet, always sunny. Average high temperature is 19ºC, average low temperature is 6ºC; cold in morning and evening, but warm at noon and early afternoon. Click below the link to learn more about Tibet Weather Condition: http://www.chinahighlights.com/lhasa/weather.htm China Highlights is a credited company who has organized thousands of tourists to Tibet in the past years. We will be glad to serve you a private tour to Tibet or any other places of China. Please feel free to contact me if any thing we can help. Jean Fu Replied on 2010-07-24