The climate of Lung Chen
Sheltered in
Bhutan,
Lung Chen experiences a temperate highland tropical climate marked by dry winters, identified by the Köppen climate classification as Cwb. Throughout the year, the climate undergoes considerable fluctuations, reflected in significant shifts in multiple weather parameters.
Temperature changes considerably from frigid winters to warm summers. Annual temperatures hover between the highest, 17.8°C (64°F) in
August, to the lowest, -2.6°C (27.3°F) in
January. Humidity levels also bounce with the highest recorded in
July at 83% and the lowest in
February at 57%.
Precipitation in Lung Chen varies greatly, with heavy rainfall in the summer months transitioning to a more arid period in winter. July experiences the most significant volume with a substantial 196mm (7.72") of rain, while
December has minimal rainfall, tallying up to only 7mm (0.28"). Snowfall primarily occurs during the colder months, and January sees the heaviest snowfall at 146mm (5.75").
One peculiar characteristic of this location is the low count of sunshine days during
May,
June, and July, only 2.8 days per month, indicating a predominately cloudy period despite the long daylight hours reaching up to 13.7 hours in June and July.
The best time to visit Lung Chen
April to
June proves the most comfortable months to visit
Lung Chen due to milder temperatures and relatively lower rainfall. During this time, daytime temperatures gravitate from 12°C (53.6°F) to 16.7°C (62.1°F), while nights remain cool between 4.8°C (40.6°F) and 10.8°C (51.4°F) — suitable for light layering. Additionally, rainfall remains moderate averaging between 62mm (2.44") to 113mm (4.45"). It is also a period with more sunshine days, ranging from 5.7 to 10.3 days, offering pleasant conditions for outdoor activities.
The worst time to visit Lung Chen
July to
August tends to be an unfavorable time to visit
Lung Chen due to high rainfall and humidity. These months witness torrential rainfall measuring from 168mm (6.61") to 196mm (7.72") with high humidity levels peaking at 83%. Despite warm temperatures between 11.8°C (53.2°F) to 17.8°C (64°F), the increased rainfall can dampen outdoor activities and mobility.
Spring weather in Lung Chen
Characterized by increasing temperature and rainfall, Spring (
March to
May) in
Lung Chen ushers in milder weather conditions. Temperature averages span from 1.3°C (34.3°F) to 14.3°C (57.7°F), with rainfall beginning to pick up from 38mm (1.5") to 95mm (3.74"). While March sees 12.9 days of rain, this number escalates to 22.8 by May, although snowfall becomes less frequent in this period.
Summer weather in Lung Chen
Summers in
Lung Chen, from
June to
August, are marked by warm temperatures and high rainfall. While temperatures hover between 10.8°C (51.4°F) and 17.8°C (64°F), the rain volume considerably increases to between 113mm (4.45") in June and 196mm (7.72") in
July. Humidity peaks during this time, escalating to 83% in July. Simultaneously, the season records long daylight hours, but a low count of sunshine days implies overcast conditions.
Autumn weather in Lung Chen
In Autumn (
September to
November),
Lung Chen sees a steady decline in temperature and rainfall. Temperatures roll back from 10.1°C (50.2°F) to 2.3°C (36.1°F), while rainfall drops from a significant 119mm (4.69") to a paltry 10mm (0.39"). Moreover, the season marks the transition from a high count of rainy days in September at 21.3 to drier days by November with only 7.1 rainy days.
Winter weather in Lung Chen
Winter months (
December to
February) in
Lung Chen are characteristically cold with sparse rainfall but notable snowfall. During this period, temperatures stoop to lows between -2.6°C (27.3°F) and -0.5°C (31.1°F). Rainfall dwindles to a scanty 7mm (0.28") to 21mm (0.83") range, but snowfall asserts its presence, especially in
January, with a substantial 146mm (5.75"). With fewer daylight hours, the Winter season remains largely cold and stark.
Weather in January
As the first month of the year,
January introduces
Lung Chen,
Bhutan to a cool, brisk atmosphere. Relative humidity stands at 57% and the chill is further accentuated by an average January high of merely 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low of -2.6°C (27.3°F).
Weather in January »Weather in February
In
February, the region of
Lung Chen experiences a slight transition from the harsher winter period. Compared to
January, February is marginally warmer with the highest temperature rising to 7.6°C (45.7°F) and the lowest temperature at -1.1°C (30°F).
Weather in February »Weather in March
With the arrival of
March,
Lung Chen welcomes early signs of spring. Higher temperatures become notable with an average high of 9.6°C (49.3°F) and a warmer average low of 1.3°C (34.3°F). The snowfall falls remarkably from 146mm (5.75") of
February to 121mm (4.76"), indicating a marked shift towards a less snowy season.
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Weather in April
April sees a clear repercussion of the spring season in
Lung Chen. The rise in temperature continues with a high of 12°C (53.6°F) and a low of 4.8°C (40.6°F). A radical reduction in snowfall occurs, falling from 121mm (4.76") in
March to just 23mm (0.91") in April.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May advances
Lung Chen's weather further into spring, bearing warmer days and nights with an average high of 14.3°C (57.7°F) and an average low of 7.8°C (46°F). A distinguishing characteristic of May is the cessation of the icy grip of winter with snowfall recording only 1mm (0.04") throughout the month.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June in
Lung Chen brings the transition from spring to summer. Temperature figures climb further, with the average high reaching up to 16.7°C (62.1°F) and the low recording 10.8°C (51.4°F). Unparalleled in terms of precipitation, June ranks as the month with the highest recorded rainfall of 113mm (4.45") with zero snowfall, fortifying the onset of summer.
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Weather in July
July signifies the heart of summer in
Lung Chen with increased average high temperatures at 16.9°C (62.4°F) and lows at 11.8°C (53.2°F). July sets the record for being Lung Chen's rainiest month with a high rainfall of 196mm (7.72").
Weather in July » Weather in August
August continues to maintain the summer heat, with a high of 17.8°C (64°F) and a low of 11.9°C (53.4°F) in
Lung Chen. The precipitation sees a decrease to 168mm (6.61") despite being the second-highest rainfall month. No snowfall is recorded, maintaining the consistency in summer conditions.
Weather in August » Weather in September
In
September,
Lung Chen begins to track the path of autumn. The temperature sees a drop with an average high of 16.2°C (61.2°F) and a low of 10.1°C (50.2°F). September holds the distinction of having a substantial decrease in rainfall, falling to 119mm (4.69").
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Weather in October
October firmly sets the stage for autumn in
Lung Chen. The temperature continues to plummet with a high of 13°C (55.4°F) and a low of 5.5°C (41.9°F). A noticeable feature of October is its markedly reduced rainfall of 39mm (1.54"), which is significantly less than
September.
Weather in October » Weather in November
As
November unfolds in
Lung Chen, the advent of winter becomes apparent. The temperature drops down to a monthly high of 10.2°C (50.4°F) and a low of 2.3°C (36.1°F). A clear sign of an encroaching winter is the return of snowfall with 13mm (0.51").
Weather in November »Weather in December
December ushers in a full-fledged winter season in
Lung Chen. It presents a monthly high of 7.6°C (45.7°F) and a low of -0.5°C (31.1°F). Witnessing an increase in snowfall to 40mm (1.57") confirms the deepening winter. Lung Chen registers a mere 7mm (0.28") of rainfall in December, showcasing the driest month of the year.
Weather in December »