Mongar, Bhutan experiences average highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 22 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Mongar, Bhutan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Mongar, Bhutan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.3/10
Best: November
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 19°C / 11°C
Feels Like 21°C / 10°C
Rainy Days 22
Rainfall 359 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 87%
Wind Speed 6 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Snow Days 3 days
Frost Days 3 days
Hottest Month
23°C
August
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 30 days
Coldest Month
3°C
January
Avg High 13°C
Rain 11 days
Driest Month
5 days
December
Avg High 15°C
Avg Low 6°C
Windiest Month
7 km/h
February (Gusts 36)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:10
Daylight 13.7h
Sunset 18:52
Live conditions —
Mongar on the map · live conditions
Mongar, Bhutan
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Bhutan
- City
- Mongar
- Population
- 3K
- Coordinates
- 27.27°, 91.24°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 30 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 17 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 5°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 13°C / 3°C . Feb: 14°C / 4°C . Mar: 17°C / 6°C . Apr: 20°C / 9°C . May: 21°C / 12°C . Jun: 23°C / 16°C . Jul: 23°C / 18°C . Aug: 23°C / 17°C . Sep: 23°C / 16°C . Oct: 21°C / 12°C . Nov: 18°C / 9°C . Dec: 15°C / 6°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 59 mm. Feb: 161 mm. Mar: 296 mm. Apr: 405 mm. May: 507 mm. Jun: 804 mm. Jul: 750 mm. Aug: 554 mm. Sep: 481 mm. Oct: 232 mm. Nov: 37 mm. Dec: 26 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 78%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 86%. Apr: 88%. May: 90%. Jun: 93%. Jul: 94%. Aug: 93%. Sep: 92%. Oct: 86%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 7 km/h . Feb: 7 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 7 km/h . Jun: 6 km/h . Jul: 6 km/h . Aug: 6 km/h . Sep: 6 km/h . Oct: 6 km/h . Nov: 6 km/h . Dec: 7 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 9h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 6. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow Days Snowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 4 days. Feb: 2 days. Mar: 0 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 0 days. Dec: 0 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 65 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 24°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 5°C | Jan · 3°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 674 mm | Jun · 804 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 7 km/h | Feb · 7 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 3°C | 12°C / 1°C | 11days (59 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 78% Humid | 5.1 High | Fair | View Details |
| February | 14°C / 4°C | 13°C / 2°C | 17days (161 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 83% Humid | 5.7 High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 6°C | 18°C / 4°C | 26days (296 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 20°C / 9°C | 21°C / 8°C | 28days (405 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 21°C / 12°C | 24°C / 12°C | 29days (507 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 23°C / 16°C | 26°C / 18°C | 29days (804 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 93% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 23°C / 18°C | 27°C / 20°C | 31days (750 mm) Wet | 5.5h Fair | 94% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 23°C / 17°C | 27°C / 20°C | 30days (554 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 93% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 23°C / 16°C | 26°C / 18°C | 27days (481 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 92% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 21°C / 12°C | 23°C / 11°C | 19days (232 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 6.3 High | Wet | View Details |
| November best | 18°C / 9°C | 18°C / 7°C | 6days (37 mm) Good | 9.5h Good | 79% Humid | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 15°C / 6°C | 14°C / 4°C | 5days (26 mm) Good | 9.3h Good | 76% Humid | 4.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Mongar are November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Mongar, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Mongar is August, with average daytime highs of 23°C (74°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Mongar is January, with average overnight lows of 3°C (38°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Mongar is June, averaging 804mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Mongar runs through July, August, May, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Mongar.
Mongar receives approximately 103 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Mongar.
The least favorable months to visit Mongar are January, February, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider November instead.
The annual average UV index in Mongar is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Mongar is 87%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes, Mongar receives snow. Months with snowfall average 3 snow days and 3 cm (1 in) of accumulation, with about 3 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Mongar are 6 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 7 km/h (4 mph) (gusts up to 36 km/h / 23 mph).
Mongar averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 68%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Mongar is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Mongar has a Subtropical Highland climate, classified as Cwb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Mongar ranges from 10°C (50°F) to 21°C (70°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
July is not the best time to visit Mongar, with a climate score of 6.8/10. Consider visiting during November instead for better conditions.
For July in Mongar, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 23°C (73°F) and 31 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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