Climate Insights for Pemagatshel

, Pemagatshel Dzongkhag, Bhutan

Hottest
August
27°C peak
Coldest
January
6°C low
Wettest
June
782mm rain
Best to Visit
November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pemagatshel is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 3479mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 782mm of rainfall. Pemagatshel is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, September, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° Feb Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 8° Mar Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Apr Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 14° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jul Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Dec Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 7°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Pemagatshel vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm 700mm 750mm 800mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 22mm Feb Precipitation: 75mm Mar Precipitation: 145mm Apr Precipitation: 291mm May Precipitation: 421mm Jun Precipitation: 782mm Jul Precipitation: 671mm Aug Precipitation: 500mm Sep Precipitation: 404mm Oct Precipitation: 142mm Nov Precipitation: 16mm Dec Precipitation: 12mm
Precipitation

Pemagatshel is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3479mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 290mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 782mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 12mm. That's 770mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Pemagatshel is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Pemagatshel, which began on March 20, 2026. Pemagatshel is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 11 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 856mm across the season with a monthly average of 285mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1953mm across the season with a monthly average of 651mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 562mm across the season with a monthly average of 187mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 109mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 11°
Feb 13°
Mar 16°
Apr 19°
May 21°
Jun 23°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 23°
Oct 20°
Nov 16°
Dec 12°

The best time to visit Pemagatshel is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pemagatshel based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C
17 °C
7 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Feb
8 °C
19 °C
8 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
11 °C
22 °C
8 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
291 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
25 °C
7 km/h
421 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
782 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
671 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
500 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
404 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
22 °C
6 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Dec
7 °C
19 °C
7 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
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