Like Dolpa, Mustang had been a forbidden land
thus far. It is opened for a limited number of tourists. Lo
Manthang (Mustang) is located north of the main
Bhutan enjoys four seasons each having its
advantages and disadvantages to the visitor. The southern plains
close to the Indian border are warmer and more tropical than
higher central valleys. Spring is perhaps the most beautiful
time of the year when the fierce cold that characterizes the
winter months tends to subside towards the end of February with
beautiful Rhododendron blooming with spectacular flaming red,
pink and white colors. Summer months in the southern region are
generally hot whereas in other parts of the country it is warm
and pleasant with average maximum temperatures not exceeding 30
degrees Celsius and the minimum at around 10-15 degrees Celsius.
The annual monsoon from the Bay of Bengal is also experienced
around the country between June and September.
Bhutan enjoys four seasons each having its
advantages and disadvantages to the visitor. The southern plains
close to the Indian border are warmer and more tropical than
higher central valleys. Spring is perhaps the most beautiful
time of the year when the fierce cold that characterizes the
winter months tends to subside towards the end of February with
beautiful Rhododendron blooming with spectacular flaming red,
pink and white colors. Summer months in the southern region are
generally hot whereas in other parts of the country it is warm
and pleasant with average maximum temperatures not exceeding 30
degrees Celsius and the minimum at around 10-15 degrees Celsius.
The annual monsoon from the Bay of Bengal is also experienced
around the country between June and September.
The autumn months from September to November bring shorter days
and cooler evenings. The days are crisp with clear skies. Views
over the Himalayas are usually the best during September to
March. Beginning December the weather takes on its winter coat
where days remain crisp and the nights turn cold. The southern
region however being much lower have a more temperate climate
and considerably warmer winters.