Monthly climate guide
Thimphu weather in October
October in Thimphu is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 13°C (55°F) and night-time lows near 3°C (38°F). The month usually brings about 39 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than September and 3°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Rain is well below Thimphu's usual level (around 60% less).
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Thimphu.
Avg high
13°C
55°F
Avg low
3°C
38°F
Rainfall
39 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
61%
cloud · often cloudy
Thimphu weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 41°F | -7°C / 20°F | 5 mm | 69% | 55% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | -5°C / 23°F | 15 mm | 68% | 59% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | -3°C / 26°F | 40 mm | 72% | 66% |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 0°C / 32°F | 74 mm | 75% | 73% |
| May | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 132 mm | 80% | 77% |
| June | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 47°F | 187 mm | 85% | 81% |
| July | 17°C / 62°F | 9°C / 49°F | 289 mm | 90% | 86% |
| August | 16°C / 62°F | 9°C / 48°F | 228 mm | 89% | 84% |
| September | 15°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 166 mm | 90% | 80% |
| October | 13°C / 55°F | 3°C / 38°F | 39 mm | 83% | 61% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | -1°C / 30°F | 2 mm | 77% | 50% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | -4°C / 25°F | 3 mm | 69% | 49% |
What to pack for October
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October a good time to visit Thimphu?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
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Thimphu in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Thimphu?
Yes. October is one of the best months for Thimphu, with highs around 13°C and about 39 mm of rain.
How warm is Thimphu in October?
Average highs are about 13°C (55°F) and average lows about 3°C (38°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Thimphu in October?
Thimphu typically gets around 39 mm of rain in October — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Thimphu (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.