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Gasa, Bhutan
Gasa · Bhutan
Gasa is a small town in Gasa, Bhutan with a population of 548. Elevation: 9,058 ft (2,761 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gasa
Gasa Dzong or Gasa Tashi Thongmön Dzong (མགར་ས་བཀྲིས་མཐོང་སྨོན་རྫོང་) near Gasa is the administrative center of Gasa Dzongkhag (district) in the northwestern region of Bhutan. The dzong was built in the 17th century by Tenzin Drukdra the second Druk Desi over the site of a meditation place established by Drubthob Terkungpa in the 13th century. The Dzong was constructed as a bulwark against attacks from the north and named Tashi Tongmön Dzong. It was later expanded by the fourth Desi, Gyalse Tenzin Rabgye. Inside the Guardian's Temple (Goenkhang) he placed ritual object and performed the consecration ceremony.
People
Climate
| Population | 548 |
| Population Density | 250 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,058 ft (2,761 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.9037°, 89.7269° |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
| Country | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
| State / Province | Gasa |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.0 inches (482 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
About Gasa
Gasa is a small town in Bhutan (Gasa) with a population of 548. The city sits at an elevation of 9,058 feet (2,761 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.0°F |
| 26% below Bhutan avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,058 ft (2,761 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.9037°N, 89.7269°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | SOUTH LHONAK LAK, SIKKIM | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 55 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.2 in |
Gasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 26°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Gasa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjishong Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Gasa
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gasa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gasa
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gasa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gasa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Paro International Airport | PBH | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gasa
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chorten | |
| Garanhusur Chandika Mandir | |
| Lhakhang |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gasa
What is the population of Gasa?
Gasa has a population of 548 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 250 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gasa?
Gasa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.