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Bhutan, Bhutan · Temperate

Bhutan in March: go or not?

Tough period. Bhutan in March only reaches 4.0/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 27.47°N · 89.64°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Bhutan · March
4.0
4–14°
Temperature
54%
Rain
5h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Frequent rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Aaron Santelices via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Bhutan. Temperatures rise (14°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 54% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

March ranks 9 out of 12 months in Bhutan. Compared to February: +4°C daytime, 12 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
5°
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 48
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Is March the right month?

The best month in Bhutan is November (4.4/10), 0.4 pt higher than March.

See November →See all 12 months →
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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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Practical info

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
Location

Where is Bhutan ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Bhutan
Temperate 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 March?
The average UV index reaches 7 in March in Bhutan (high), with about 11.8h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.