Thimphu Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Thimphu is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Thimphu, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in August to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -5°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Thimphu experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2467 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Thimphu shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in July, with an average of 512 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days. In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 54 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Thimphu Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Thimphu in Bhutan
Other facts from our historical weather data:Rainy season in Thimphu occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 512 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation.
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