Climate Overview
The climate in Nyingchi Mainling Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 2090mm of precipitation falls per year. Nyingchi Mainling Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nyingchi Mainling Airport 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 -16°C. Nyingchi Mainling Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Nyingchi Mainling Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 12°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Nyingchi Mainling Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2090mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 174mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 332mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 53mm. That's 279mm 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. Nyingchi Mainling Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 513cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 116cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Nyingchi Mainling Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Nyingchi Mainling Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Nyingchi Mainling Airport 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -16°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -7 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 508mm across the season with a monthly average of 169mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 819mm across the season with a monthly average of 273mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -7 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 539mm across the season with a monthly average of 180mm. Expect around 80cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -16 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 224mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Expect around 217cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nyingchi Mainling Airport 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.