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Bhutan Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bhutan in December.

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Thimphu Paro Punākha Wangdiphodrang

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 to Expect 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 Drugyel Dzong at 6°C (43°F) to mild in Thimphu at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Thimphu and -8°C (18°F) in Drugyel Dzong.

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 (0.2 in) to high snow/rainfall in Punākha with 120 mm (4.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Bhutan in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bhutan

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Temperature range in Bhutan (December)

Precipitation variation in Bhutan (December)

Thimphu

In December Thimphu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Thimphu →

Drugyel Dzong

In December Drugyel Dzong generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Drugyel Dzong →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bhutan in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Thimphu 17°C (63°F) -1°C (30°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)
Paro 8°C (46°F) -5°C (23°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Punākha 9°C (48°F) -2°C (28°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Wangdiphodrang 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Drugyel Dzong 6°C (43°F) -8°C (18°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Bhutan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bhutan in December?

Bhutan typically experiences pleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Thimphu average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bhutan in December?

In Thimphu, the average daytime high in December is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Bhutan get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Bhutan. Thimphu averages only about 4 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good 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.

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