BhutanGood season
Bhutan in December
Cold and dry, -1 to 13°C in Thimphu
Quiet, clear and cheap outside the Christmas week. Chele La can get snow and close for a day or two. Punakha is the warm base.
Where to go
Our picks for December
The old winter capital where two rivers meet
The winter valley of the black-necked cranes
A small capital of dzongs, prayer wheels and no traffic lights
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. BeginCheck Chele La road status before a Haa day trip in winter.
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is December a good time to visit Bhutan?
Quiet, clear and cheap outside the Christmas week. Chele La can get snow and close for a day or two. Punakha is the warm base.
What is the weather like in Bhutan in December?
Cold and dry, -1 to 13°C in Thimphu. 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 December?
We suggest Punakha, Phobjikha, Thimphu. Check Chele La road status before a Haa day trip in winter.