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Thimphu Weather in November
November in Thimphu brings pleasant temperatures around 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.
Rainfall in Thimphu in November
Conditions tend to be dry and settled, making it a good month for outdoor plans. This month experiences about a single day of rain according to historical data, averaging 2 mm (0.1 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.
Temperature in Thimphu in November
November in Thimphu sees highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, November is a good time to visit Thimphu.
Thimphu Temperature in November
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
4%
Precipitation
2 mm (0.1 in)
Rainy days
a single day
Thimphu Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Thimphu typically stay consistent throughout November, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -11°C (12°F) to -7°C (19°F).
Average temperatures in November
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in November
Historical weather records for Thimphu in November
Browse day-by-day weather records for Thimphu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Thimphu historical weather extremes in November
According to our 49 years of weather records for Thimphu, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
- The warmest day in November was on November 2, 2024, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
Best Places in Bhutan in November
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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).
What to Wear in Thimphu in November
Pleasant temperatures in November mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.
What To Do in Thimphu in November
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Thimphu 3-Day Forecast
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