Gelephu sits in Bhutan’s southern foothills near the Indian border, where a subtropical climate brings the country’s heaviest rainfall, driven by the same summer monsoon that floods the plains of neighboring India.
A major border town in southern Bhutan, Gelephu sits in the subtropical foothills where monsoon rainfall is dramatically heavier than in the country’s interior valleys. Because the foothills sit right where monsoon-laden air from the Indian plains first meets the rising terrain of the Himalayas, rainfall totals here are dramatically higher than in Bhutan’s interior valleys, and radar helps track the intense storms that can trigger flash flooding on the steep slopes just above the border towns. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Gelephu right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Gelephu, Sarpang District in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Gelephu, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Gelephu rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Gelephu?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Sarpang District are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Gelephu or pass by.
Is this Gelephu rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.