BhutanGood season
Bhutan in January
Cold and clear, -2 to 12°C in Thimphu
Dry, sunny days and freezing nights in the high valleys. Phobjikha is quiet apart from the cranes, and the Dochula view is at its sharpest. Punakha, at about 1,250 m, is mild.
Where to go
Our picks for January
The old winter capital where two rivers meet
The winter valley of the black-necked cranes
A small capital of dzongs, prayer wheels and no traffic lights
Shape your own trip Tell us your dates and budget. We draw the route around you. Begin Not sure where to start? We match the valley to your month, your budget and the people travelling with you. Begin Talk to a planner A first route and an itemised price within one working day. No payment to start. BeginAsk hotels about room heaters before booking; some budget rooms are unheated.
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is January a good time to visit Bhutan?
Dry, sunny days and freezing nights in the high valleys. Phobjikha is quiet apart from the cranes, and the Dochula view is at its sharpest. Punakha, at about 1,250 m, is mild.
What is the weather like in Bhutan in January?
Cold and clear, -2 to 12°C in Thimphu. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Bhutan in January?
We suggest Punakha, Phobjikha, Thimphu. Ask hotels about room heaters before booking; some budget rooms are unheated.