Bhutan Weather Forecast
Bhutan weather: 68°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Bhutan weather in May
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Climate in Bhutan month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53° | 35° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 53° | 36° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 42° | 8,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 65° | 47° | 9,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 51° | 13,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 71° | 57° | 20,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 74° | 60° | 16,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 72° | 59° | 22,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 71° | 56° | 14,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 65° | 50° | 9,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 60° | 43° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 57° | 37° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Bhutan
Go in June, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Bhutan compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Bhutan.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kangchenjunga | 93 mi | -21°F | 107°F cooler | 19 in |
| Mount Everest | 170 mi | -22°F | 109°F cooler | 16 in |
| Sagarmatha National Park | 182 mi | 26°F | 61°F cooler | 38 in |
| Sagarmatha National Park | 182 mi | 26°F | 61°F cooler | 38 in |
| Bangladesh | 258 mi | 79°F | +56°F warmer | 66 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bhutan?
Bhutan is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 27.4728, 89.639. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Bhutan right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 86% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bhutan?
June, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Bhutan, which has a temperate climate. February, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bhutan in?
Bhutan observes Asia/Thimphu (UTC+06:00). The local time is 1:10 AM.
How many people live in Bhutan?
Bhutan has a population of approximately 790.000.
What is the nearest airport to Bhutan?
The closest airports are Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 263 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bhutan?
Popular options include Kangchenjunga, Mount Everest, Sagarmatha National Park and Sagarmatha National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 6, 2026 at 1:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
