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

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

When to go to Shangrila, China

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

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

January

If you are traveling to Shangrila in January, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain or snow sometimes.

Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C). There is frost almost every day of the month.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Sweaters
Insulated boots
Waterproof coat
Multiple layer jacket shell
Gloves
Very heavy socks
Thermal undergarments
Pajamas, such as sweats
Umbrella
Waterproof boots
Scarf
Fleeces

February

February for Shangrila is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost most days. It rains or snows 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pajamas, such as sweats
Insulated boots
Waterproof boots
Fleeces
Thermal undergarments
Very heavy socks
Sweaters
Waterproof coat
Umbrella
Gloves
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Scarf
Multiple layer jacket shell

March

March in Shangrila is cold. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) to 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
Heavy jacket
Warm pants or jeans
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Gloves or mittens
Heavy socks

April

In April, Shangrila is cold. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Shangrila, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy jacket
Cold weather footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens
Waterproof coat
Umbrella
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy socks
Waterproof boots

May

If you visit Shangrila during May, you are likely to find that it is relatively cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

June

June is crisp. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

July

If you are traveling to Shangrila in July, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

August

If you vacation in Shangrila during August, you are likely to find that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

September

September in Shangrila can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. There is frost once in a while. It rains about two thirds of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

October

October in Shangrila is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). There is frost about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof boots
Warm pants or jeans
Fleeces
Standard footwear
Jacket or coat
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Socks

November

November in Shangrila is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sweaters
Cold weather footwear
Heavy socks
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof coat
Heavy jacket
Umbrella
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof boots

December

December in Shangrila can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof boots
Very heavy socks
Multiple layer jacket shell
Scarf
Umbrella
Gloves
Waterproof coat
Pajamas, such as sweats
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Fleeces
Thermal undergarments
Insulated boots
Sweaters

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

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Shangrila, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there. Shangrila is at a somewhat high altitude, and could cause problems for some.

For that reason, you will want to be constantly hydrated and pack altitude sickness remedies.

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 Shangrila
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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