August weather forecast
Thimphu, Bhutan

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Mountain peaks and slopes in the Valley country of Thimphu, Bhutan
Mountain peaks and slopes in the Valley country of Thimphu, Bhutan

Weather in August

August continues the monsoon trend in Thimphu, featuring persistent rains and high levels of humidity. Reminiscent of July's weather, the temperatures rise slightly from 15.8°C to 25°C. The daylight period begins to decline marginally, signaling the oncoming end of summer. Despite the copious rainfall, the city radiates vibrancy, nourished by the prior month's downpours. Essentially, August maintains the monsoon momentum while hinting at the upcoming seasonal shift.

Temperature

Thimphu's temperature records reveal August as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 25°C and lows of 15.8°C.

Rainfall

In Thimphu, in August, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 345mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97 rainfall days, and 1447mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of August in Thimphu, Bhutan, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:24 +06.

Sunshine

July through September, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Thimphu are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 12 during August translates into the following guidance:
Carry out all crucial safety measures, unprotected skin may burn instantly. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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FAQ

What are the warmest months in Thimphu?

The average temperatures in Thimphu reach their apex in August, averaging 25°C at the high end and 15.8°C at the low end.

What is the temperature in August in Thimphu?

In Thimphu, in August, the average high-temperature is 25°C, and the average low-temperature is 15.8°C.

How many days does it rain in August in Thimphu?

In August, the rain falls for 20 days. Throughout August, 345mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Thimphu?

The average day length in August is 13h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Thimphu?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, in Thimphu, Bhutan, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:24 +06.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thimphu?

The months with the least sunshine in Thimphu, Bhutan, are July through September, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thimphu have in August?

In Thimphu, Bhutan, the average sunshine duration in August is 5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Thimphu?

The months with the highest UV index in Thimphu are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Thimphu?

In Thimphu, Bhutan, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average temperature in August - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average high temperature in August: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.6°C).

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Average rainfall in August
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average rainfall in August - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall in August: 345mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (373mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average rainfall days in August - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are January, March, April and November (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are July, August and September (Average sunshine: 5h).

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Average UV index in August
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average UV index in August - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average UV index in August: 12

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

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Thimphu, Bhutan

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