July · Bhutan
Best time to visit Punakha in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Punakha in July
Average temperature 15°C, 255 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
5.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 255 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Punakha scores 5.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 15°C, 255 mm of rain, and roughly 16 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.
July in Punakha — workable with trade-offs
Temperatures hover around 15°C (59°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 255 mm: only about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 5/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 7.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, November is materially better in Punakha — 2.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Punakha in July?
- In July, Punakha averages 15°C, 255 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Punakha?
- July earns a 5.0/10 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 July?
- Expect about 255 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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