Bhutan has four seasons. While Spring and Fall are the most popular amongst the tourists, it has more rain during Summer in Eastern and Central Bhutan and chiller in Winter, each season nevertheless has its own beauty and charm, making Bhutan all season holiday destination.
Spring (Mar, Apr, May) is the season for flower lovers Appreciate the beauty of flower blossoms covering over the plains. The dry and less humid weather makes Spring the most ideal season to explore Bhutan, to trek and hike. You will also get a chance to see the Bhutan King during his partaking in one of Bhutan’s grandest festival, Paro Tshechu which happens in April.
During the Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug) Bhutan receives more rain than other seasons and is pleasantly warm, giving the best conditions for the blooms of Blue Poppy, Bhutan’s National Flower. Travelling to Bhutan during this season is much cheaper and the lush green paddy fields as well as the seasonal organic and locally grown fruits will give you a different experience.
Fall (Sep, Oct, Nov) is the time when whole country transforms into brilliant shading. Be immersed in the mesmerising golden landscape under the clear blue skies. With less rainfall and pleasant weather, Fall is another busiest period where visitors travel to Bhutan for outdoor activities and it’s another grand festival in Thimphu.
If you enjoy the cold weather, snowfalls and taking clear pictures of snowy Himalayas , visiting Bhutan in Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb) is affordable and peaceful, making it the good time for your spiritual retreat.