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Bhutan Weather in October

The temperature of Bhutan in October decreases greatly. Averagely, the highest temperature is 22℃(71.6℉), the lowest temperature is 12℃(53.6℉).The rainfall becomes less too. The climate of Bhutan in October is almost cool and dry. October is one of the best months to travel to Bhutan. Besides, the grand festivals Tshechu, which are held in Thimphu and Gangtey monastery, are also in October. If you have the chance to take part in the celebration, it’s will be a very nice experience.
The hottest cities in Bhutan in October:
Samdrup Jongkhar: 24℃(75.3℉); Phuntsholing: 24℃(75.3℉); Gelephu: 24℃(75.3℉)
The coolest cities in Bhutan in October:
Bumthang: -7℃(19.4℉); Thimphu: -5℃(23℉); Punakha: -5℃(23℉)

Averages for Bhutan Weather in October

High Temperature
22°C (71.6°F)
Low Temperature
12°C (53.6°F)
Rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
Sunrise
05:54 ~ 06:11
Sunset
17:18 ~ 17:47



October Temperatures in Bhutan


What to Wear

When you are travelling in the south of Bhutan in October, you can wear jeans, long-sleeve shirt or hoodie during the daytime, and take a thin coat with you at night. If you are in the north, you should wear shirt, hoodies and a thin coat like jacket in the day, at night, it’s better to wear a thick coat because of the temperature dropping.

 
October Travel Guide – Where to Go & Tips
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It’s a good choice to travel to Bhutan in October. The attractive landscape of terraced fields and ancient architectures is very worth seeing. You can go to the capital city of Bhutan, Thimphu, to see the special country animal of Bhutan in Takin Zoo, feel the sacred ceremony at National Memorial Chorten, visit the cultural center of Thimphu in Trashi Chhoe Dzong, make your own stamps at Post for Stamps, and admire the beautiful Thimphu Valley at Buddha View. Besides these famous spots, there is one thing you should not miss. The most important festival of Bhutan Tshechu is held in Thimphu in October. The festival generally lasts for three days during which there are interesting dances with varies of masks and sacred ceremonies for appreciating the Padmasambhava. By the way, the Tshechu festival held in Gangtey monastery which is the only one ashram of Tibet Mongolian Lamaism, is just behind the Thimphu Tshechu festival. It’s held to pray for people with more intelligence and strength. And there are dances too. You can choose either of them to go to feel the sacred festival atmosphere. On the morning of the last day of this festival, a giant Thongdral with Padmasambhava’s portrayal is hanged out. They think people who see this will accumulate virtue and wash away sin. We have prepared Best Private Bhutan Tours, and choose the one you like most to enjoy a happy trip in October, 2025.


October Weather of Major Bhutan Cities
October
Temperature Sunrise / Sunset Humidity
(%)
High Low
Bumthang
19°C / 66.2°F 14°C / 57.2°F 06:25/ 17:32 4
Gelephu
23°C / 73.4°F 18°C / 64.4°F 06:20/ 18:07 14
Jakar
33°C / 91.4°F 22°C / 71.6°F 06:56/ 18:38 19
Mongar
30°C / 86°F 15°C / 59°F 06:45/ 18:30 13
Paro
29°C / 84.2°F 14°C / 57.2°F 06:08/ 18:13 22
Phuntsholing
33°C / 91.4°F 17°C / 62.6°F 06:23/ 18:22 33
Punakha
31°C / 87.8°F
23°C / 73.4°F 06:41/ 18:34 29
Samdrup Jongkhar
25°C / 77°F 22°C / 71.6°F 06:51/ 17:35 15
Thimphu
30°C / 86°F 17°C / 62.6°F 06:58/ 17:36 22
Trongsa
29°C / 84.2°F   24°C / 75.2°F 06:44/ 17:48 37