Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base

Airport Airport

IATA Code
RKZ
ICAO Code
ZURK
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Xigaze Peace Airport (Shigatse) serves the Shigatse region and operates from a single passenger terminal. It handles domestic flights and is positioned to serve travelers to western Tibet; operations can be influenced by high-altitude and weather conditions.

Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base
Elevation: 1152 m
29.3509, 89.2992

Terminal Guide for Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base #

The airport uses one passenger terminal with basic facilities for check-in, security and boarding. Given its location and role, passenger processing is streamlined but services are more limited than at larger low-altitude hubs.

Getting to and From Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base #

Taxis and pre-arranged private transfers are the main onward transport options; travel to Shigatse town is typically by road and can take 30-60 minutes depending on the exact drop-off point and conditions.

  • Rail/metro: No metro services; rail access is in regional centres.
  • Buses: Local bus services are limited; private transfers are common for tourists and officials.
  • Taxis: Taxis and private cars can be arranged at arrivals; pre-booking is advisable.
  • Ride-share: Ride-hailing services are generally limited in this region.
  • Driving: Mountain and plateau roads may affect journey times; allow extra time for altitude and weather-related factors.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base #

Facilities are functional and focused on the needs of regional travellers.

  • Lounges: Large commercial lounges are unlikely; basic waiting areas are provided.
  • Food & drink: Small cafés or kiosks available for light refreshments.
  • Wi‑Fi: Wi‑Fi availability varies; do not rely on high-speed access.
  • Charging: Limited charging points in public areas.
  • Luggage: Standard baggage claim services; left-luggage is unlikely.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility provisions exist; contact your airline for assistance arrangements.

Tips for Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base #

  • Xigaze Peace (Shigatse) Airport serves Shigatse and the Tibet region - flights can be affected by weather and altitude considerations; check schedules closely.
  • Acclimatize before planning further high-altitude travel from this airport and follow airline/medical guidance on altitude.
  • Transport options into Shigatse are typically by taxi or private transfer; pre-arrange onward transport where possible.

Weather & Climate near Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base #

Climate

Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with cool summers (peaking in June) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 22°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 45 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

63 Good

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-13°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
10.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

70 Very Good

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-10°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -5°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5° 12°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -1°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 15°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
3.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of -1°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 16°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-9° 10°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
10.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -13°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

65 Good

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-13°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
10.2h daylight

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