Gyantse, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Gyantse, China? If you're planning to go to Gyantse, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Gyantse, China

Based on the climate and weather in Gyantse, the best time to go is April. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Gyantse, China by month

January

If you go to Gyantse in January, you will notice that it is freezing. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost almost every day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Very heavy socks
Thermal undergarments
Sweaters
Pajamas, such as sweats
Gloves
Insulated boots
Multiple layer jacket shell
Fleeces
Scarf

February

February here is freezing. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost nearly every day this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Scarf
Sweaters
Insulated boots
Thermal undergarments
Gloves
Pajamas, such as sweats
Very heavy socks
Multiple layer jacket shell
Fleeces

March

March in Gyantse is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy jacket
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Heavy socks
Cold weather footwear

April

If you go to Gyantse in April, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Jacket or coat
Waterproof footwear
Standard footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Rain coat
Fleeces
Waterproof luggage

May

If you are traveling to Gyantse in May, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Jacket or coat
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Fleeces
Warm pants or jeans
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Light gloves or mittens

June

June in Gyantse can be chilly. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
Long skirts
Waterproof luggage
Pants or jeans
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Dresses
Standard footwear

July

July in Gyantse is crisp. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost occasionally. It rains most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear
Standard footwear
Umbrella
Dresses
Pants or jeans
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts
Socks
Light jacket or fleece

August

If you are traveling to Gyantse in August, you will notice that it can be chilly. Expect it to rain most days. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans
Socks
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
Umbrella
Dresses

September

If you are traveling to Gyantse in September, you will notice that it is chilly. Expect it to rain about half of the time.

Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 40s F (single digits C). There is frost regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Socks
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts
Dresses

October

October for Gyantse can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days. It rains sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Socks
Light gloves or mittens
Rain coat
Fleeces
Standard footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat

November

November here is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost nearly every day this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Cold weather footwear
Heavy jacket
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens

December

Traveling to Gyantse in December, you will notice that it is frosty. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost almost every day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Scarf
Thermal undergarments
Insulated boots
Multiple layer jacket shell
Fleeces
Sweaters
Pajamas, such as sweats
Gloves
Very heavy socks

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Gyantse, China

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gyantse, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there. Gyantse is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness.

For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.

Consider asking your doctor about Diamox
Oximeter to check blood oxygen
Ibuprofen
Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor)
A plug adadpter that supports outlet types A, C and I
A SIM card that works in Gyantse
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
Appropriate museum wear
Bicycle friendly attire, if you plan on biking anywhere

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