Climate Insights for Nagqu

The climate in Nagqu is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 678mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 135mm of rainfall. Nagqu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -20°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 127cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Nagqu vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 10°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Nagqu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 678mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 56mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 135mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 6mm. That's 128mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 127cm accumulating over the season. May typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.

Nagqu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 16km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 25km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Nagqu, which began on March 20, 2026. Nagqu is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nagqu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.