November · Bhutan
Best time to visit Thimphu in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Thimphu in November
Average temperature 4°C, 2 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
7.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
November in Thimphu scores 7.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 4°C, 2 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Thimphu mixes a giant Buddha, dzong architecture and Bhutan's only capital-city pace.
November: the best month of the year in Thimphu
November averages 4°C (39°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 2 mm for the month, with about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.6 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Thimphu at 7.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. 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 Thimphu in November?
- In November, Thimphu averages 4°C, 2 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Thimphu?
- November earns a 7.1/10 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 November?
- Expect about 2 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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