BhutanOff season
Bhutan in August
Wet, 15–24°C
Still monsoon. Travel is possible but slow, and the south around Phuentsholing is hot and humid. Good value if you are flexible.
Where to go
Our picks for August
A small capital of dzongs, prayer wheels and no traffic lights
Taktsang, Rinpung Dzong and Bhutan's only international airport
Shape your own trip Tell us your dates and budget. We draw the route around you. Begin Not sure where to start? We match the valley to your month, your budget and the people travelling with you. Begin Talk to a planner A first route and an itemised price within one working day. No payment to start. BeginPlan Phuentsholing to Thimphu in the morning; afternoon rain slows the road.
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is August a good time to visit Bhutan?
Still monsoon. Travel is possible but slow, and the south around Phuentsholing is hot and humid. Good value if you are flexible.
What is the weather like in Bhutan in August?
Wet, 15–24°C. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Bhutan in August?
We suggest Thimphu, Paro. Plan Phuentsholing to Thimphu in the morning; afternoon rain slows the road.