January weather forecast
Lhasa, China

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Weather in January

Situated at an altitude of about 3,650 meters, Lhasa, the capital city of the Tibet Autonomous Region in China, welcomes the new year with a rather chilly weather. Cool, dry air characterizes the month, causing low relative humidity. The daylight hours are decidedly shorter, illustrating winter season length for this part of the world. Despite its relatively high altitude, the city offers a pleasing 8.1 hours of sunshine. Notably, the temperatures might fluctuate from a low of -9°C (15.8°F) to a slightly warm high of 7.2°C (45°F).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 7.2°C (45°F) and a low of -9°C (15.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Lhasa is 28%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Lhasa is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of January, in Lhasa, sunrise is at 08:45 and sunset at 19:31 CST.

Sunshine

In Lhasa, the average sunshine in January is 8.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Lhasa. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Lhasa?

Temperature readings in Lhasa reach their annual highs in January, averaging 7.2°C (45°F) and a minimum average of -9°C (15.8°F).

What is the usual temperature for Lhasa in January?

Lhasa in January has an average high-temperature of 7.2°C (45°F) and an average low-temperature of -9°C (15.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Lhasa?

The average relative humidity in January in Lhasa is 28%.

What is the driest month in Lhasa?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lhasa in January?

In January, in Lhasa, China, the rain falls for 0.7 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lhasa have in January?

In January, the average day length in Lhasa, China, is 10h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lhasa?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:45 and sunset at 19:31 CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lhasa?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lhasa is 8.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lhasa?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lhasa are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in January in Lhasa?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lhasa, China, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Lhasa, China

Average temperature in January - Lhasa, China
  • Average high temperature in January: 7.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°C).

Average humidity in January
Lhasa, China

Average humidity in January - Lhasa, China
  • Average humidity in January: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (26%).

Average rainfall in January
Lhasa, China

Average rainfall in January - Lhasa, China
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Lhasa, China

Average rainfall days in January - Lhasa, China
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lhasa, China

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lhasa, China
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average UV index in January
Lhasa, China

Average UV index in January - Lhasa, China
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Lhasa, China

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