Weather in December in Bhutan
Planning a getaway to Bhutan this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Bhutan in December?
In December, Bhutan experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high. December falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Paro at 8°C to mild in Thimphu at 17°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Thimphu and -5°C in Paro.For specific regional insights in Bhutan, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Thimphu with an average of 4 mm to high snow/rainfall in Punākha with 120 mm.For a more detailed look at Bhutan's conditions throughout the year, check out our Bhutan climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Bhutan?
Thimphu
In December Thimphu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Bhutan?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Bhutan due to the typically poor weather in Thimphu.
On average, the best time to visit Bhutan is in March, April, May, June, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Thimphu.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Bhutan.
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