Is October a good month to visit Punakha?

October sits in the autumn period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Punakha in October?

Average highs around 24.4C and lows near 14.8C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Punakha during October?

October typically averages around 19.6C, with about 93.8mm of rain across 9 days.

Punakha, Bhutan

Punakha in October

Punakha, Bhutan

Visiting Punakha in October means experiencing the autumn. During autumn, Punakha offers crisp air, changing colours, and a cosy atmosphere.

SeasonAutumn

Travel StyleHeritage

Cost$

Weather in Punakha in October

Average highs around 24.4C and lows near 14.8C. 93.8mm average precipitation and about 9 rainy days. October typically sits between September and November conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Punakha. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High24.4C

Avg Low14.8C

Rainy Days9

Precipitation93.8mm

Daylight11.5h/day

Sunshine9.1h/day

Wind6.4 km/h

UVlow

Humiditymoderate

Temperature

October brings autumn conditions in Punakha, Bhutan. The average temperature is about 19.6C, with lows near 14.8C and highs around 24.4C.

Sunshine Hours

Punakha, Bhutan usually gets around 9.1 hours of sunshine per day in October, with roughly 11.5 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

October sees around 93.8mm of rainfall over about 9 days. Rain can occur for around 3.7 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in October is generally moderate for Punakha, Bhutan, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Punakha in October

Punakha in October