BhutanBest season
Bhutan in October
Clear and crisp, 8–20°C
The best month overall: dry air, clear peaks from Dochula and Chele La, harvest in the valleys. Cranes begin arriving in Phobjikha late in the month. Busy with Durga Puja travellers from Bengal.
Where to go
Our picks for October
Taktsang, Rinpung Dzong and Bhutan's only international airport
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
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What is on
Festivals this month
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Routes at their best in October
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is October a good time to visit Bhutan?
The best month overall: dry air, clear peaks from Dochula and Chele La, harvest in the valleys. Cranes begin arriving in Phobjikha late in the month. Busy with Durga Puja travellers from Bengal.
What is the weather like in Bhutan in October?
Clear and crisp, 8–20°C. 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 October?
We suggest Paro, Punakha, Phobjikha, Thimphu. Avoid the Puja week if you want quieter roads and lower rates.