December weather forecast
Thimphu, Bhutan

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

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Thimphu, Bhutan, with an average temperature varying between 14.5°C (58.1°F) and -1.1°C (30°F).

Temperature

In Thimphu, Bhutan, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from an enjoyable 17.9°C (64.2°F) in November to a mild 14.5°C (58.1°F). The average low-temperature, is -1.1°C (30°F).

Rainfall

In Thimphu, in December, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 1447mm (56.97") of rain is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 26min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Thimphu.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:17 +06.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Thimphu is 7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Thimphu, Bhutan, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in December interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Thimphu?

In Thimphu, Bhutan, in December, the average high-temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F), and the average low-temperature is -1.1°C (30°F).

How much does it rain in Thimphu in December?

During December, Thimphu regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thimphu?

With an average of 10h and 26min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Thimphu, the average day length in December is 10h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thimphu?

On the first day of December in Thimphu, Bhutan, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:17 +06.

How many hours of sunshine does Thimphu have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Thimphu, Bhutan, is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thimphu?

With an average maximum UV index of 5, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Thimphu?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Thimphu is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average temperature in December - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average high temperature in December: 14.5°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 December: -1.1°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 December
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average rainfall in December - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall in December: 13mm

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 December
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average rainfall days in December - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 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 December /
Average sunshine in December
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

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 December: 7h

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 December
Thimphu, Bhutan

Average UV index in December - Thimphu, Bhutan
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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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