Best time to visit in Bhutan
Find out the best time to visit Bhutan and plan your trip with ease. Learn about the ideal seasons, weather conditions, and travel experiences that make your journey to Bhutan truly memorable.
Season-wise guidance, activities, festivals, and practical tips.
MAR–MAY (Peak Season)
Weather & Temperature
Spring brings mild days and cool nights. In Thimphu/Paro (2,200–2,400 m) expect ~5–20°C by day (colder early March) and 0–8°C at night; Punakha/Wangdue (1,200–1,400 m) are warmer at 15–27°C. Skies are often clear in the morning with some afternoon cloud build-up and light pre‑monsoon showers. Moderate humidity; hillsides bloom with rhododendrons from ~3,000 m upward.
What to Expect
Balanced weather, fresh greenery and flowers, good visibility, and a lively festival calendar. It’s popular—accommodation and flights can sell out, and prices are near their annual peak.
Key Events & Festivals
- Paro Tshechu (Mar/Apr, dates vary by lunar calendar)
- Gasa Tshechu (Mar)
- Gomphu Kora Tshechu, Trashigang (Mar/Apr)
- Ura Yakchoe, Bumthang (Apr/May)
Recommended Activities
- Cultural circuit: Thimphu–Punakha–Paro
- Moderate treks: Druk Path, Bumdra, Dagala Thousand Lakes (check early‑season snow patches)
- Rafting in Punakha (best from late spring as flows stabilize)
- Birding in lower valleys
- Sunrise/sunset photo stops at Dochu La and Chele La
Travel Tips
- Reserve flights and popular hotels/farmstays 8–12 weeks ahead.
- Pack layers, sun protection, and a light rain jacket for occasional showers.
- Start hikes early for the best views before clouds build.
- At altitude, pace yourself and hydrate—UV is strong even on cool days.
- Indian travelers: verify the latest entry‑permit and SDF rules before travel; carry the original ID (passport or voter ID) required by current regulations.
