Climate

BHUTAN

Geographically, Bhutan is a land of dramatic contrast. From the near tropical southern border with India, steep slopes climb to snow capped heights of over 24,750 feet / 7,500m at the northern border with Tibet. Consequently temperatures vary greatly between day and night and at different altitudes, so layered clothing for changing conditions, is recommended. From mid May to the end of September, the weather is warm at night (17-18C) and in the day (22-26C). In winter, from mid November to mid March, the climate is dry and the sky is bright and sunny but cold when the sun hides behind the mountains in the mornings and evenings. During the day the temperature can reach 15C but at night, the temperature falls below 0C. Spring and Autumn are very pleasant with warm days and cool nights. The monsoon usually arrives in mid-June, with light rain falling mainly in the afternoons and evenings. In the central valleys, the summer rains are not as heavy as in the south and occur mostly in the late afternoon and at night.

A trip to Bhutan can be planned throughout the year but the best months are March, April, May, September, October and November. Also there are several festivals taking place during these months, offering an added attraction.

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