Bhutan
A monastery built into a cliff face that shouldn’t be climbable, prayer flags strung across every pass, and a country that measures success in happiness on paper.
The best time to visit Bhutan is Mar–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 19°C (66°F). Local time there is 07:20 (UTC+6).
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The year at a glance
March · high 15°C · rain 88mm · 11.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Paro, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C52°F | 29mm1.1in | 10.6h10.6h | |
| February | 12°C53°F | 73mm2.9in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| March | 15°C59°F | 88mm3.5in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 17°C63°F | 123mm4.8in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| May | 19°C67°F | 174mm6.9in | 13.5h13.5h | in the recommended window |
| June | 22°C71°F | 303mm11.9in | 13.9h13.9h | |
| July | 22°C72°F | 474mm18.7in | 13.7h13.7h | |
| August | 23°C73°F | 385mm15.2in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| September | 21°C70°F | 229mm9.0in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| October | 19°C67°F | 103mm4.1in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| November | 17°C62°F | 43mm1.7in | 10.8h10.8h | in the recommended window |
| December | 13°C56°F | 47mm1.9in | 10.4h10.4h |
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When is the best time to visit Bhutan?
The best time to visit Bhutan is Mar–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 19°C (66°F).
How warm does Bhutan get?
Typical daytime highs in Bhutan are Mar–May 17°C (63°F), Jun–Aug 22°C (72°F), Sep–Nov 19°C (66°F), Dec–Feb 12°C (53°F).
Is Bhutan expensive?
On the ground, Bhutan is steep.
What sort of trip is Bhutan good for?
Bhutan is good for history and culture, bucket-list trips, adventure holidays, nature and scenery.
How rainy is Bhutan?
The wettest month in Bhutan is July at 474mm (18.7in), the driest January at 29mm (1.1in), with a monthly average of 173mm (6.8in).
What plug do I need for Bhutan?
Bhutan uses type C, D, F, G sockets at 230 V.
