Tibet Mount Kailash Travel Weather and Climate in May

Tibet Mount Kailash Weather and Climate in May

When you go to Mount Kailash in May. The average minimum temperature in May in Mount Kailash (usually at night) is 5 degrees below zero (23 degrees Fahrenheit). The average maximum temperature in May in Mount Kailash is 16 degrees Celsius (61 degrees Fahrenheit). Because of the high terrain, the wind here is very strong and the temperature difference between morning and evening is especially large.

Days  Average High  Average Low 
1 11℃ /52℉ -5℃ /23℉
2 13℃/55℉ -4℃/25℉
3 14℃  /57℉ -2℃/28℉
4 10℃ / 50℉ -2℃ /28℉
5 12℃ /54℉ -2℃ /28℉
6 12℃ /54℉ -1℃ /30℉
7 10℃/50℉ -2℃/28℉
8 10℃ /50℉ -5℃ /23℉
9 11℃ /52℉ -4℃ /25℉
10 16℃ /61℉ -1℃ /30℉
11 11℃ /52℉ -4℃ /25℉
12 16℃ /61℉ -1℃ /30℉
13 15℃ /59℉ -1℃ /30℉
14 14℃ /57℉ -1℃ /30℉
15 12℃ /54℉ -2℃ /28℉
16 14℃/57℉ -1℃ /30℉
17 13 °C/55℉ -3℃ /27℉
18 14℃ /57℉ -2℃ /28℉
19 12℃ /54℉ -3℃ /27℉
20 13℃ /55℉ -2℃ /28℉
21 14℃ /57℉ -1℃ /30℉
22 14℃ /57℉ -3℃ /27℉
23 14℃ /57℉ -2℃ /28℉
24 11℃ /52℉ -2℃ /28℉
25 11℃/52℉ -3℃ /27℉
26 12℃ /54℉ -4℃ /25℉
27 11℃ /52℉ -1℃ /30℉
28 12℃ /54℉ -1℃/30℉
29 12℃ /54℉ -1℃ /30℉
30 12℃ /54℉ -1℃ /30℉
31 14℃ /57℉ -1℃ /30℉

What to Wear for a May Tibet Mount Kailash Travel

At that time, the Sichuan-Tibet line was in early spring, with low temperature, dark ice along the way and rain and snow on the mountains. The temperature began to rise after May, and the feeling of early summer began after mid-May. It is suggested to take these clothes with you when traveling to Sichuan-Tibet line in spring: casual clothes, outdoor clothes, sportswear, etc. are all applicable, and it is suggested to choose double or thick coats. Warm-keeping inner clothing: sweaters or warm-keeping suits can be added appropriately for those who are afraid of cold and are physically weak. Slightly thicker trousers are good for walking. Cotton underwear is preferred. Prepare a set for change. Hard-soled sneakers, out shoes and sneakers are suitable.

Useful Travel Tips for your Mount Kailash Travel in May

  • Since this spot is a high land, so the wind is very strong here, especially in the morning, please take some warm clothes with you.
  • The sunrise time will change according to different seasons. Please check the actual sunrise time with the local people.
  • If possible, bring wide angle lens, ultra wide angle lens, polarizer and tripod to help to shoot better photos.

What can you do in Mount Kailash

Mount Kailash is recognized as a sacred mountain in the world and is also recognized as the center of the world by China’s Tibetan Bonism, Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and ancient Jainism. Mount Kailash is one of the ten most beautiful and shocking mountains in China.

In addition to appreciating its magnificent appearance, the main purpose of visiting Mount Kailash is to pilgrimage mountain. 

Generally, good-strength mountaineers and local Tibetans can complete the pilgrimage mountain in one day, while ordinary-strength travelers can use two days. The road on the first day is relatively smooth. It takes about 5 hours from Taqin to reach the Zhire Monastery, which is about 5100 meters above sea level. Attention should be paid to prevent the occurrence of altitude reaction. The road from Zhilepu Temple to the highest point in the whole journey, about 5,630 meters,  is the hardest part of the mountain turn starting the next day. This section of road is about 5 kilometers long, mainly rocky road, with a slope of nearly 60 degrees and a steep rise of more than 500 meters above sea level. Attention should be paid to adjusting the rhythm. On the way, you will pass an ancient celestial burial platform surrounded by various prayer flags and Tibetan belongings. Ancient religious beliefs led Tibetans to believe that discarding personal belongings symbolizes a rebirth of the body, and more devout believers may choose to leave a drop of blood or a wisp of hair.

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