Bhutan Weather Forecast
Bhutan weather: 63°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Bhutan?
Yes - rain is likely in Bhutan today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 2,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (2,3 in against a typical 2,2 in).
16-day forecast for Bhutan
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 70° / 57° | 100% · 0,2 in | 4 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 68° / 57° | 100% · 0,6 in | 4 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 63° / 55° | 100% · 0,7 in | 3 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 62° / 51° | 100% · 0,6 in | 3 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 65° / 49° | 100% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 49° | 86% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 49° | 100% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 67° / 50° | 98% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 62° / 46° | 94% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 68° / 44° | 94% · 0,1 in | 3 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 44° | 94% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 47° | 94% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 71° / 48° | 93% | 4 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 48° | 97% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Light showers | 67° / 51° | 87% · 0,3 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 51° | 74% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
What this means for Bhutan
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 5°F above the 65°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 55°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 53°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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.
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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 63°F (17°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 92% and wind is 3 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 8:58 PM.
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 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 October 2, 2026 at 8:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
