May · Bhutan
Best time to visit Thimphu in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Thimphu in May
Average temperature 9°C, 143 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.2/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 143 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Thimphu scores 6.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 9°C, 143 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Thimphu mixes a giant Buddha, dzong architecture and Bhutan's only capital-city pace.
May in Thimphu — middling scores, decent value
Expect 9°C (47°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
143 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.2/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Thimphu in May?
- In May, Thimphu averages 9°C, 143 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Thimphu?
- May earns a 6.2/10 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 May?
- Expect about 143 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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