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Daifam, Bhutan

Samdrup Jongkhar · Bhutan

Daifam is a small town in Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan with a population of 662. Elevation: 1,135 ft (346 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

662 Population 383/sq mi density
1,135 ft Elevation 346 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
95.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Thimphu Timezone

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About Daifam

Jomotsangkha is a town in south-eastern Bhutan, located in Samdrup Jongkhar District. At the 2005 census, it had a population of 957. It is connected by road with the Indian town of Bhairabkunda.

People

Population662
Density383/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain95.7 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Population662
Population Density383 / sq mi
Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Coordinates26.9000°, 92.1000°
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu
Country🇧🇹 Bhutan
State / ProvinceSamdrup Jongkhar
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation95.7 inches (2,430 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Daifam

Daifam is a small town in Bhutan (Samdrup Jongkhar) with a population of 662. The city sits at an elevation of 1,135 feet (346 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.

Daifam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 95.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,135 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Bhutan avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates26.9000°N, 92.1000°W
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 95.7"
152% above Bhutan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 21.22"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

216 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 18, 2025.

Sep 21, 2009 11 km W of Trashigang, Bhutan M6.1 81 km
Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 38 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 39 km
Dec 31, 2009 4 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.5 75 km
Feb 17, 1995 41 km N of Bomdila, India M5.5 86 km
Jul 19, 2019 64 km NE of Bomdila, India M5.5 116 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 113 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 112 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 71 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 132 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 71 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 64 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 47 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 73 km
Jul 8, 1998 21 km WNW of Mongar, Bhutan M5.2 116 km
Aug 18, 1998 22 km E of Jakar, Bhutan M5.2 133 km
Jan 25, 2000 48 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.2 100 km
Nov 6, 2001 33 km S of Tawang, India M5.2 45 km
Oct 29, 2009 15 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.1 79 km
Mar 26, 2021 47 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in
June 78°F (25°C) 18.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 21.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 17.6 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 10.9 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Daifam has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 59°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 95.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.2") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Daifam

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jomotsangkha Middle Secondary School
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Restaurants in Daifam

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gakki Restaurant and Bar (Rooms)

Airports Near Daifam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tezpur AirportTEZMedium Airport
Yongphulla AirportYONSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Thimphu

🇧🇹 About Bhutan

Capital Thimphu
Population 754,394
Area 47,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,012,896,789
GDP per capita $3,831
HDI 0.698
Life expectancy 73.0 years
Internet users 88.4%
Urban population 41.7%
Currency BTN (Ngultrum)
Languages Dzongkha
Calling code +975
TLD .bt
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Daifam

What is the population of Daifam?

Daifam has a population of 662 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 383 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Daifam?

Daifam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 95.7 inches.

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