Bhutan · SpringMonth summary
Bhutan weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
10°C – 19°C
🌧 Rainy days
95% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
December (5.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bhutan in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Bhutan in May: 95% rain, 11.1h of sunshine. Better to wait for December.
By trip type
Bhutan in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Trails walkable but wet — bring proper footwear and plan sheltered breaks Spring marks the start of the good season in Bhutan. Temperatures rise (19°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 95% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 0°C | 9°C | 51% | 2.7 | 10.0h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 2°C | 10°C | 71% | 4.8 | 10.0h | 3.6/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 4°C | 14°C | 84% | 6.5 | 10.8h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 8°C | 17°C | 87% | 7.2 | 11.2h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 10°C | 19°C | 95% | 11.2 | 11.1h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 14°C | 21°C | 98% | 17.3 | 9.8h | 4.8/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 15°C | 22°C | 99% | 21.0 | 7.8h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 15°C | 22°C | 97% | 16.5 | 8.8h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 14°C | 21°C | 97% | 13.3 | 10.1h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 10°C | 18°C | 80% | 7.2 | 10.8h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 5°C | 15°C | 57% | 3.6 | 10.2h | 5.2/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 3°C | 13°C | 43% | 2.5 | 10.0h | 5.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Bhutan averages 19°C, 95% rainy days and 11.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs December (best month)
The best month is December (score 5.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -6°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -52%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bhutan in May
Is May a good time to visit Bhutan?
May is not recommended for Bhutan (score 4.6/10). With 95% rainy days and 11.1h of sunshine, consider December (5.5/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Bhutan in May?
Yes, 95% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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