February weather forecast
Thimphu, Bhutan

As the calendar flips to February, Thimphu transitions delicately into slightly warmer Western Himalayan weather. As the city bids farewell to the frosty conditions of January, precipitation stays low, making it an ideal period for outdoor activities. The daily temperatures fluctuate between 0.6°C (33.1°F) and 14.4°C (57.9°F). Minimal cloud coverage allows for generous sunlight, painting the city in shades of gold. In this mountainous city, February is the month that bridges winter's ending and the upcoming promises of spring.

Temperature

February's onset records an average high-temperature of a mild 14.4°C (57.9°F), a near match to January's 12.3°C (54.1°F). Nighttime temperatures throughout February register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a cold 0.6°C (33.1°F).

Rainfall

In Thimphu, Bhutan, in February, during 1 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97 rainfall days, and 1447mm (56.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Thimphu is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:01 +06.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Thimphu is 7h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Without proper safety measures, skin and eyes can be quickly harmed. Be sure to protect yourself. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.