Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Thimphu, Bhutan, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (54°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (39°F). Typically, the humidity level in Thimphu throughout May hovers around 60%.
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In May, Thimphu averages 284 mm (11.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 30 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 29 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 46 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 19% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Thimphu reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||