December · Bhutan
Best time to visit Punakha in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Punakha in December
Average temperature 3°C, 4 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.0/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Punakha scores 7.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 3°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Punakha, Bhutan's former capital, is dominated by its riverside dzong at the meeting of two glacial rivers.
December in Punakha — reliably good (2nd best month)
December averages 3°C (38°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 7/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 7.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Punakha in December?
- In December, Punakha averages 3°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Punakha?
- December earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Punakha in December?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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