Climate Insights for Phuntsholing

, Chhukha Dzongkhag, Bhutan

Hottest
August
28°C peak
Coldest
January
9°C low
Wettest
July
909mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Phuntsholing is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3414mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 909mm of rainfall. Phuntsholing 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 9°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 9° Feb Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Mar Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Apr Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° May Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jun Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Jul Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Dec Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Phuntsholing sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 28°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, 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 850mm 900mm 950mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 19mm Mar Precipitation: 44mm Apr Precipitation: 85mm May Precipitation: 220mm Jun Precipitation: 800mm Jul Precipitation: 909mm Aug Precipitation: 706mm Sep Precipitation: 459mm Oct Precipitation: 154mm Nov Precipitation: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 5mm
Precipitation

Phuntsholing is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3414mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 284mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 909mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 3mm. That's 906mm less than July, 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: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/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: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Phuntsholing is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap 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 Phuntsholing, which began on March 20, 2026. Phuntsholing 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 2415mm across the season with a monthly average of 805mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 617mm across the season with a monthly average of 206mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 14°
Feb 16°
Mar 20°
Apr 23°
May 24°
Jun 25°
Jul 26°
Aug 26°
Sep 25°
Oct 23°
Nov 19°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit Phuntsholing is during February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Phuntsholing 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
9 °C
19 °C
5 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Feb
12 °C
22 °C
6 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
16 °C
25 °C
7 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
220 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
800 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
909 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
706 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
459 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
154 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
21 °C
5 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
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