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Jakar, Bhutan
Bumthang District · Bhutan
Jakar is a small city in Bumthang District, Bhutan with a population of 6,243. Elevation: 8,488 ft (2,587 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jakar
Jakar is a town in the central-eastern region of Bhutan. It is the district capital of Bumthang District and the location of Jakar Dzong, the regional dzong fortress. The name Jakar roughly translates as "white bird" in reference to its foundation myth, according to which a roosting white bird signalled the proper and auspicious location to found a monastery around 1549.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,243 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,488 ft (2,587 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.5492°, 90.7525° |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
| Country | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
| State / Province | Bumthang District |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (895 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (1 cm) |
About Jakar
Jakar is a small city in Bhutan (Bumthang District) with a population of 6,243. The city sits at an elevation of 8,488 feet (2,587 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below Bhutan avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,488 ft (2,587 m) |
| Area | 115.9 sq mi (300.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.5492°N, 90.7525°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Jakar has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 34°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Jakar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kharsa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wangduechhoeling Lower Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Jakar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogyen Choling | ||||
| Ta-Dzong |
Farmers Markets in Jakar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dechen Zangmo Tshongkhang | |||||
| Public Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Jakar
15 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jakar
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jakar
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Jakar
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jakar
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jakar
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Jakar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Panda Bumthang Brewery |
Airports Near Jakar
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gelephu Airport | GLU | Medium Airport |
| Bathpalathang Airport | BUT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jakar
25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chakar Lakhang | |
| Chödrak Monastery | |
| Chorten | |
| Gongkhar Goenpa | |
| Jakar Dzong | |
| Jambay Lhakhang | |
| Jambey Lhakhang | |
| Kenchogsum Lhakhang | |
| Kundzongdrak Gompa | |
| Kurjey Lhakhang | |
| Lhodrak Kharchu Monastery | |
| Meditation cave of Guru Rinpoche | |
| Membartso (Burning Lake) | |
| Pedseling Gompa | |
| Pemacholing Nunnery | |
| Pemaling Lhakhang | |
| Prakhar Tsechu | |
| Rock Throne of Longchenpa | |
| Stupa | |
| Takar Lhakhang |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jakar
What is the population of Jakar?
Jakar has a population of 6,243 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jakar?
Jakar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches.