Punākha in October
5.3out of 10
Not the best time
Mild: highs around 17°C. Very wet: about 22 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
22Rainy days (184 mm)
11:19 hDaylight
06:06Sunrise · 17:25 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Very wet: about 22 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | -1°C | 163 mm | 21 | – | – | 3.6 |
| February | 10°C | 0°C | 193 mm | 23 | – | – | 4.0 |
| March | 13°C | 3°C | 242 mm | 27 | – | – | 4.6 |
| April | 16°C | 6°C | 207 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.2 |
| May | 19°C | 10°C | 266 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.6 |
| June | 20°C | 13°C | 512 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.8 |
| July | 20°C | 14°C | 727 mm | 31 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 20°C | 14°C | 569 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.8 |
| September | 19°C | 12°C | 382 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.7 |
| October | 17°C | 8°C | 184 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.3 |
| November | 14°C | 4°C | 111 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.2 |
| December | 11°C | 1°C | 116 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Punākha in October?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Punākha?
The best months are June, August, July, September.