May weather forecast
Bhutan

May marks the onset of the pre-monsoon period in Bhutan, with a noticeable increase in temperature and humidity. Average temperatures during this month range between 15°C (59°F) and 30°C (86°F), depending on the region.

In Thimphu and Paro, temperatures typically vary from 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F). The warm weather paired with the occasional rain results in lush green landscapes, with the spring blooms still visible across the cities.

In higher altitudes, such as Haa and Trongsa, May brings milder weather compared to the preceding months. The temperatures in these regions generally fluctuate between 10°C (50°F) and 20°C (68°F). Despite the higher altitude, the chances of snowfall are minimal as the regions continue to warm up.

Punakha, in the southern region, continues to be warmer, with temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 35°C (95°F). The warmer temperatures combined with increasing humidity can make it slightly uncomfortable during the afternoons.

May experiences more rainfall than April, but it is not as rainy as June, which marks the onset of the monsoon season. Despite the increase in precipitation, the country continues to enjoy periods of clear skies, especially in the mornings, providing good visibility of the mountains and valleys. However, the increasing humidity and rainfall can lead to misty conditions and reduced visibility in the late afternoons and evenings.

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• Thimphu - May »
  On the last day of May, in Thimphu, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:51 +06. Thimphu experiences an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F) with the onset of May, subtly varied from April's 20°C (68°F).
• Punakha - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Punakha sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:51 +06. Throughout the year, in Punakha there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 863mm (33.98") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Jakar - May »
  In Jakar during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 431mm (16.97") of snow. In Jakar, during May, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.
• Paro - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Paro sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:52 +06. On the last day of May, in Paro, Bhutan, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:52 +06.
• Gasa - May »
  In Gasa, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 431mm (16.97") of snow. In Gasa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.7 days and collects up to 863mm (33.98") of precipitation.