Bhutan, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 6°C (43°F) in Drugyel Dzong to 17°C (63°F) in Thimphu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Thimphu and -8°C (18°F) in Drugyel Dzong. December is part of the winter season
To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of Bhutan, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.
Expect daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Thimphu. That makes December a moderate month for Bhutan.
After dark, Thimphu cools to about -1°C (30°F) on an average December night.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Thimphu is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 17°C (63°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to -1°C (30°F).
For the month of December, Drugyel Dzong is the most temperate city in Bhutan based on our records. Highs average 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around -8°C (18°F).
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