Climate of Wangdue Phodrang, Bhutan
Area-weighted average across Wangdue Phodrang. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Wangdue Phodrang, a subdivision of Bhutan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.5°C / 32.9°F in January to 14.1°C / 57.4°F in July, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in to 232 mm / 9.1 in depending on the season (1002 mm / 39.4 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 | 0.5°C32.9°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
| February | 1.8°C35.2°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| March | 4.9°C40.8°F | 29 mm1.1″ | — |
| April | 7.7°C45.9°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 10.6°C51.1°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| June | 13.1°C55.6°F | 159 mm6.3″ | — |
| July | 14.1°C57.4°F | 232 mm9.1″ | — |
| August | 13.9°C57°F | 204 mm8″ | — |
| September | 12.6°C54.7°F | 126 mm5″ | — |
| October | 9.2°C48.6°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | 4.9°C40.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| December | 2°C35.6°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Wangdue Phodrang?
Wangdue Phodrang, Bhutan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14.1°C / 57.4°F, and the driest is December at 8 mm / 0.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Wangdue Phodrang?
Wangdue Phodrang, Bhutan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.5°C / 32.9°F in January to 14.1°C / 57.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1002 mm / 39.4 in, with the wettest month being July (232 mm / 9.1 in) and the driest December (8 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Wangdue Phodrang?
The hottest month in Wangdue Phodrang is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.1°C / 57.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Wangdue Phodrang?
The coldest month in Wangdue Phodrang is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.5°C / 32.9°F.
When does it rain most in Wangdue Phodrang?
The wettest month in Wangdue Phodrang is July, averaging about 232 mm / 9.1 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 8 mm / 0.3 in.