Tibet has entered winter completely in December. Tibet tourism is also in its low season. The number of tourists who choose Tibet as their traveling destination will drop sharply in this season because of the severe weather. But Tibet will see some international tourists in December because of the Christmas Holidays. It rarely rains at the end of the year. On the contrary, there are sunny days throughout December. But it will snow sometimes, which will make this mysterious place more beautiful and spectacular. If you want to know more about Tibet and its culture and history by visiting some wonderful monasteries and cultural sites, December will be a great time to come to Tibet.

Tibet in December is sunny and dry, making a Tibet tour here more comfortable. The average temperature during the day is around 7 degrees to 12 degrees. And the temperature will drop to -10 degrees at night. So, it is not as cold as many tourists imagine because there will be bright and intense sunshine on the plateau. Besides, the high altitude and the dry air will make all people will warm and pleasant during the day. If you are worried about getting too cold, then you can avoid getting out in the morning and evening. And you’d better book a hotel with a central heating system to keep warm.

Tourists who come to Tibet in December should know the importance of keeping warm when getting around in this land. Even if the temperature during the day will make you feel warm most of the time, you’d better bring some heavy warm clothes, such as fleece jackets, coats, thick sweaters, thick down jackets, warm pants. It is necessary to wear a warm hat, a warm glove, and casual shoes that are looser for wearing an extra pair of socks when it is cold. Sun glasses and sun cream are also necessities that you need to use when you are outside. All in all, keeping warm is the top priority when you are on a vacation in Tibet in December.

What’s more, it will be dry in winter in Tibet, which needs tourists to use more lipstick, hand cream, emollient oil, facial cream, and other products to keep moisturized. And it is recommended to drink plenty of water and eat more fruits in Tibet. What tourists need to pay attention to is the fact that they are easy to have high altitude sickness since the oxygen content in December is less than that in summer. So, be well prepared to prevent yourself from getting severe symptoms.

Namtso Lake in Winter

Namtso Lake in Winter

Tibet Travel Suggestion in December

It is a good time to get into Tibet when it is in the low season of Tibet tourism. It is easy to book a plane ticket with a big account and book a train ticket for a soft sleeper. And those hotels with a good reputation will also start to discount to attract tourists to book. So, some international tourists will come to Tibet to enjoy Tibet’s different parts when there are fewer tourists so that they can enjoy this land privately.

December is a perfect time to have a tour to visit those cultural sites, including the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Rongbuk Monastery, Palcho Monastery, Yungbulakang Palace, Samye Monastery, and so on. Those routes will not be impacted by the cold weather. But tourists will get the chance to see those monasteries that are more magnificent in December.

Everest Base Camp opens in December for tourists. It will be quiet in winter because there will be few tourists. But they can catch a clearer look at Mount Everest. So, if you want to pay a visit to the highest mountain in the world, you can add it in your Tibet tour route.