The month in detail
What to expect in July
Summer in Bhutan brings pleasant temperatures (22°C) and long sunny days (2.9h of sunshine). With 90% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
July ranks 12 out of 12 months in Bhutan. Compared to June: 5 pts more rainy days, −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Daylight
13.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Bhutan is November (4.4/10), 3.0 pts higher than July.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Bhutan
🗣️LanguageDzongkha
💶CurrencyNgultrum bhoutanais (Nu)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 9°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 90%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Bhutan ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
BhutanTemperate climate with a 4.4 → 1.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.47°N · 89.64°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bhutan?
April is the best month with 17.0°C highs, 8.0°C lows, 5.2h of sunshine and 58.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Bhutan get in April?
Bhutan averages 5.2 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 4.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bhutan?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bhutan in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 8.0°C, while afternoon highs average 17.0°C.
Is Bhutan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bhutan scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 4.1/10.
When should you avoid Bhutan?
July is the most difficult month to visit Bhutan, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Bhutan in July?
The average UV index reaches 8 in July in Bhutan (high), with about 13.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.