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The best travel time for Bhutan is in early spring and in October and November when the festivals take place. Bhutan is without doubt one of the most special bucket list destinations in the world.
Drugyel Dzong in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 3°C (37°F) and overnight lows of -11°C (12°F). Around 45 mm (1.8 in) of snow/rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.
If you're planning additional trips, our weather planner can help you find destinations that match your weather preferences.
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Find out more about the weather in Bhutan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Bhutan in January →
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).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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