Best Time to Visit Bhutan
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Bhutan.
Bhutan does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (21.5°C / 70.7°F) and December (10 mm / 0.4 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers October–April, while the wetter half runs through May–September. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 6°C / 42.8°F in January to 21.5°C / 70.7°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in (December) to 415 mm / 16.3 in (July). Bhutan's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Bhutan can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 11°C51.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| December | 7°C44.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
| January | 6°C42.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
No month in Bhutan fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bhutan?
Bhutan doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on December (driest, ~10 mm / 0.4 in) and July (warmest, 21.5°C / 70.7°F). Regional variation within Bhutan can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Bhutan?
The rainy season in Bhutan runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 85 mm / 3.3 in. The wettest single month is July, averaging 415 mm / 16.3 in.
What is the dry season in Bhutan?
The drier half of the year in Bhutan covers October–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 85 mm / 3.3 in. The driest single month is December with about 10 mm / 0.4 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Bhutan?
The least comfortable months for travel in Bhutan — based on our climate data — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are Bhutan's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 415 mm / 16.3 in in July, and temperatures bottom out at 6°C / 42.8°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Bhutan?
Shoulder-season months in Bhutan — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include March, April, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.