Shangri-La Weather in September
Season: Autumn
September marks the end of summer and beginning of autumn in Shangri-La, with decreasing temperature. When the sun is shining, the temperature can reach above 15°C (58°F), and you will feel cozy and cool. In the evening and on rainy days when the sun is absent, you may feel a little cold with much lower temperature. Therefore, you are advised to bring both thin and thick clothes. Though Shangri-La is still in the rainy season this month, the rainfall decreases to a relatively moderate level at no more than 100 mm on average. From the end of this month, the daylight duration begins to be less than 12 hours.
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With less visitors, cheaper hotels, and relatively good weather, September is a nice month to visit Shangri-La. However, if you are planning a trip to Shangri-La from late September to early October 2025, it’s recommended that you advance your plans a bit to avoid the peak tourist season of the National Day holiday in early October.
See more about Yunnan Weather in September.
Averages for Shangri-La Weather in September
High Temperature: 16°C (61°F)
Low Temperature: 7°C (45°F)
Precipitation: 99 mm in 20 days
Humidity: 77%
Sunrise: 06:59 ~ 07:12
Sunset: 19:07 ~ 19:41
Daylight Hours: 11.54 ~ 12.42 h
Sunshine Hours: 5 h
What to Bring to Visit Shangri-La in September
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Outfits: Given the large temperature difference this month, you should wear more layers. You are recommended to wear jeans, long-sleeve T-shirts, plus the outer shell of 3-in-1 jacket in the daytime of sunny days, and put on the inner layer of the 3-in-1 jacket at night and on rainy days. Or, you can wear sweatpants, shirts, and thin knitwear in the daytime of sunny days, and put on another jacket like a baseball jacket or trench coat at night and on rainy days. Shoes: Walking shoes, casual shoes, sneakers, and any other comfortable shoes are suitable choices. You’d better pack a pair of waterproof and non-slip ones for rainy days. Other Items: Due to the changeable weather of Shangri-La, you should bring umbrellas or raincoats. Besides, be sure to take sun protection measures as Shangri-La has strong solar radiation, and you are advised to prepare sunglasses and sunscreen. Where to Go in Shangri-La in September
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Songzanlin Monastery is a quaint Buddhist monastery and a must-visit attraction to learn about Tibetan Buddhism when coming to Shangri-La. First of all, you are recommended to walk around the track of Lamuyangcuo Lake before entering the Monastery, where you can have a full view of the Monastery and see the stunning view of the Monastery reflected in the lake. After that, walk into the Monastery to visit Zong Keba Basilica, Zha Cang Basilica, and Sakyamuni Basilica, where you can admire the Buddhist statues and frescoes and feel the strong religious atmosphere.
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| Songzanlin Monastery |
With favorable climate and beautiful natural scenery, Potatso National Park is a perfect hiking destination in September. There are mainly three sections for hiking. During the first section, you will walk on the gravel and dirt road along creeks for about 1 hour, where you will enjoy the natural scenery of mountain forests. During the second and third sections, you will hike on gentle tracks around the Shudu Lake and Bitahai Lake for about 1.5 hours in total, during which process you will pass through sparkling lakes and alpine meadows with creeks flowing through, and see cute animals like yaks, horses, and squirrels.
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| Potatso National Park in Late September |
3. Niru Village
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| Niru Village in Early September |
Niru Village is a Tibetan village with extremely beautiful natural scenery, including steep canyons, vast alpine meadows, clear alpine lakes, and karst plateaus. Called “No.1 Village in the World” by UNESCO experts, it is a paradise for hikers, and there are many hiking routes. In addition, on July 15 of the Chinese lunar calendar, local villagers will celebrate the Dengba Festival. During this period, they will dress up to hold blessing ceremonies, as well as rich entertainment activities like horse racing, bullfighting, and performances of traditional Tibetan dances. In 2025, its corresponding time of the Gregorian calendar is September 6.
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- Last updated on Dec. 23, 2024 by Demi Li -