Samtse, Bhutan experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°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 warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Samtse, Bhutan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Samtse, 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
6.2/10
Best: March, October, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 25°C / 18°C
Feels Like 28°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 22
Rainfall 343 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 6 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Snow Days 1 days
Hottest Month
28°C
August
Avg Low24°C
Rain31days
Coldest Month
10°C
January
Avg High19°C
Rain11days
Driest Month
7days
November
Avg High24°C
Avg Low15°C
Windiest Month
7 km/h
April (Gusts 32)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:11
Daylight 13.8h
Sunset 19:00
Live conditions—
Samtse on the map · live conditions
Samtse, Bhutan
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Bhutan
- City
- Samtse
- Population
- 5.4K
- Coordinates
- 26.90°, 89.10°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 26 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 30 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 18 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 19°C / 10°C . Feb: 21°C / 12°C . Mar: 24°C / 15°C . Apr: 27°C / 18°C . May: 27°C / 21°C . Jun: 28°C / 23°C . Jul: 28°C / 24°C . Aug: 28°C / 24°C . Sep: 28°C / 23°C . Oct: 27°C / 19°C . Nov: 24°C / 15°C . Dec: 21°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 38 mm. Feb: 72 mm. Mar: 121 mm. Apr: 169 mm. May: 321 mm. Jun: 805 mm. Jul: 1020 mm. Aug: 739 mm. Sep: 541 mm. Oct: 238 mm. Nov: 24 mm. Dec: 24 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 71%. Feb: 72%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 75%. May: 81%. Jun: 88%. Jul: 90%. Aug: 89%. Sep: 87%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 69%. Dec: 68%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
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: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 10h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 5h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 7h. 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 5. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 1 days. Feb: 1 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 warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 60 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jun 2025 · 29°C | Aug · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 13°C | Jan · 10°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 1010 mm | Jul · 1020 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 7 km/h | Apr · 7 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March best
Excellent April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 10°C | 19°C / 9°C | 11days (38 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 71% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 21°C / 12°C | 21°C / 11°C | 17days (72 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 72% Muggy | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| March best | 24°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 24days (121 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 18°C | 30°C / 18°C | 25days (169 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 27°C / 21°C | 32°C / 23°C | 29days (321 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 28°C | 29days (805 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 31days (1020 mm) Wet | 5.3h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 31days (739 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 89% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 28°C | 29days (541 mm) Wet | 7.2h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 18days (238 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 79% Humid | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 24°C / 15°C | 25°C / 15°C | 7days (24 mm) Good | 9.6h Good | 69% Muggy | 5.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 21°C / 12°C | 21°C / 11°C | 8days (24 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 68% Muggy | 4.7 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Samtse are March, October, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Samtse, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Samtse is August, with average daytime highs of 28°C (83°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Samtse is January, with average overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Samtse is July, averaging 1020mm of precipitation across 31 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Samtse runs through July, August, May, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Samtse.
Samtse receives approximately 105 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Samtse.
The least favorable months to visit Samtse are June, July, August, September, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider March, October, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Samtse is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Samtse is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Samtse receives snow. Months with snowfall average 1 snow days and 1 cm (0 in) of accumulation, with about 0 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Samtse are 6 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 7 km/h (4 mph) (gusts up to 32 km/h / 20 mph).
Samtse averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 62%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Samtse is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Samtse has a Humid Subtropical (dry winter) climate, classified as Cwa 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 Samtse ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 28°C (82°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Samtse, with a climate score of 4.2/10. Consider visiting during March, October, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Samtse, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 29 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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