December · Bhutan
Best time to visit Thimphu in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Thimphu in December
Average temperature 1°C, 5 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.5/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Thimphu scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 1°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Thimphu mixes a giant Buddha, dzong architecture and Bhutan's only capital-city pace.
December in Thimphu: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 1°C (34°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
At just 5 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Thimphu in December?
- In December, Thimphu averages 1°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Thimphu?
- December earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Thimphu in December?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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