Bhutan · month by month
August
Tip for August
Fly into Paro rather than driving from Phuentsholing if your dates are fixed.
Prices and crowds
Off-season rates continue; operators are more willing to negotiate.
Where to go in August
A capital without traffic lights, under a giant golden Buddha
Tiger's Nest, the airport valley and Bhutan's red rice fields
The old capital where two rivers meet below a great dzong
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Good to know
Is August a good time to visit Bhutan?
August is wet, with the same monsoon conditions as July: frequent rain, low cloud and landslide risk on most roads, especially the highway up from Phuentsholing. Flights into Paro can be delayed by cloud. If you must travel, stick to Thimphu and Paro, keep plans flexible and enjoy the empty dzongs. Late August sometimes brings clearer breaks.
What is the weather like in Bhutan in August?
Thimphu 15–24 °C, heavy rain, landslides. 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, Punakha. Fly into Paro rather than driving from Phuentsholing if your dates are fixed.