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Bhutan Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bhutan in October.

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Thimphu Paro Punākha Wangdiphodrang

Are you planning a trip a to Bhutan in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Bhutan in October

The weather in Bhutan in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Drugyel Dzong at 12°C (54°F) to warm in Thimphu at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 9°C (48°F) in Thimphu and 1°C (34°F) in Drugyel Dzong.

For a closer look at conditions across Bhutan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thimphu with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Punākha with 195 mm (7.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Bhutan in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bhutan

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Bhutan?

Temperature range in Bhutan (October)

Precipitation variation in Bhutan (October)

Thimphu

In October Thimphu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Thimphu →

Drugyel Dzong

In October Drugyel Dzong generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Drugyel Dzong →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bhutan in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Thimphu 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Paro 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Punākha 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Wangdiphodrang 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Drugyel Dzong 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

Bhutan weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bhutan in October?

Expect perfect weather across Bhutan in October. The popular destination of Thimphu averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Bhutan in October?

Thimphu averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Bhutan get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Bhutan during October, with Thimphu averaging close to 43 mm (1.7 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Bhutan?

In our opinion, October is one of the best times to visit Bhutan, but the weather is often unpleasant in Thimphu.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Thimphu.

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