Climate Overview
The climate in Shangpa is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 2283mm of precipitation falls per year. Shangpa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shangpa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Shangpa experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shangpa vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shangpa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2283mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 190mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 339mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 35mm. That's 304mm 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. Shangpa receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 302cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 116cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Shangpa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Shangpa, which began on September 23, 2026. Shangpa 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 744mm across the season with a monthly average of 248mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 872mm across the season with a monthly average of 291mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 404mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 262mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Expect around 204cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shangpa 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.
