Bhutan · AutumnMonth summary
Bhutan weather in September
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
57°F – 70°F
🌧 Rainy days
97% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
December (5.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bhutan in September?
⚠️ 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: September brings a challenging climate (4.9/10). December offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Bhutan in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in September
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Bhutan. Temperatures drop (21°F) and rain returns (97% of days). With 97% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 32°F | 48°F | 51% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 36°F | 50°F | 71% | 0.2in | 10.0h | 3.6/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 39°F | 57°F | 84% | 0.3in | 10.8h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 46°F | 63°F | 87% | 0.3in | 11.2h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 50°F | 66°F | 95% | 0.4in | 11.1h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 57°F | 70°F | 98% | 0.7in | 9.8h | 4.8/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 59°F | 72°F | 99% | 0.8in | 7.8h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 59°F | 72°F | 97% | 0.6in | 8.8h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 57°F | 70°F | 97% | 0.5in | 10.1h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 50°F | 64°F | 80% | 0.3in | 10.8h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 41°F | 59°F | 57% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 5.2/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 37°F | 55°F | 43% | 0.1in | 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 September, Bhutan averages 70°F, 97% rainy days and 10.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.9/10.
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Comparison
September vs December (best month)
The best month is December (score 5.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -8°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -54%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bhutan in September
Is September a good time to visit Bhutan?
September is not recommended for Bhutan (score 4.9/10). With 97% rainy days and 10.1h of sunshine, consider December (5.5/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Bhutan in September?
Yes, 97% of days see rain in September. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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