Climate of Thimphu, Bhutan
Area-weighted average across Thimphu. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Thimphu, a subdivision of Bhutan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -3.8°C / 25.2°F in January to 10.6°C / 51.1°F in July, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 174 mm / 6.9 in depending on the season (708 mm / 27.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3.8°C25.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| February | -2.6°C27.3°F | 12 mm0.5″ | — |
| March | 0.7°C33.3°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| April | 3.7°C38.7°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| May | 6.8°C44.2°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 9.6°C49.3°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| July | 10.6°C51.1°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
| August | 10.3°C50.5°F | 152 mm6″ | — |
| September | 9°C48.2°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| October | 5.1°C41.2°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| November | 0.6°C33.1°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| December | -2.3°C27.9°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Thimphu?
Thimphu, Bhutan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 10.6°C / 51.1°F, and the driest is December at 5 mm / 0.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Thimphu?
Thimphu, Bhutan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -3.8°C / 25.2°F in January to 10.6°C / 51.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 708 mm / 27.9 in, with the wettest month being July (174 mm / 6.9 in) and the driest December (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Thimphu?
The hottest month in Thimphu is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.6°C / 51.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Thimphu?
The coldest month in Thimphu is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -3.8°C / 25.2°F.
When does it rain most in Thimphu?
The wettest month in Thimphu is July, averaging about 174 mm / 6.9 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.