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Phuntsholing, Bhutan
Chukha · Bhutan
Phuntsholing is a small city in Chukha, Bhutan with a population of 27,658. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Phuntsholing
Phuntsholing, also spelled as Phuentsholing, is a border town in southern Bhutan and is the administrative seat of Chukha District. The town occupies parts of both Phuentsholing Gewog and Sampheling Gewog.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,658 |
| Population Density | 4,594 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.8516°, 89.3884° |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
| Country | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
| State / Province | Chukha |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.7 inches (3,447 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Phuntsholing
Phuntsholing is a small city in Bhutan (Chukha) with a population of 27,658. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet (330 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.
Climate in Phuntsholing
Phuntsholing has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.5°C), the coldest is Jan (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2532 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above Bhutan avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 177 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,594/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.8516°N, 89.3884°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 10.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 13.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 24.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 34.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 23.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 15.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
Phuntsholing has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 135.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (34.9") and December the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Phuntsholing
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Science and Technology | University | - | Visit → |
| Gaeddu College of Business Studies, Royal University of Bhutan | University | - | , |
| GCBS Prayer Hall | College | - | , |
| Reldri Academy of Health Sciences | University | - | Visit → |
| Samtse College of Education | College | - | , |
Schools in Phuntsholing
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHUNTSHOLING MSS | - | - | - | - |
| PHUNTSHOLING HSS | - | - | - | - |
| Sonamgang MSS | - | - | - | - |
| Phuentsholing Lower Secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Norbu Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Phuntsholing
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Phuntsholing
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GCBS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Phuntsholing
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gomtu Vegetable Market | |||||
| JAMTALA BAZAR | |||||
| KRISHIMANDI | |||||
| Lower Terrace Market Area | |||||
| TOWER BAZAR |
Hotels in Phuntsholing
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Phuntsholing
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Phuntsholing
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Phuntsholing
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Phuntsholing
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Phuntsholing
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Phuntsholing
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Phuntsholing
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Phuntsholing
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Phuntsholing
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Phuntsholing
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Phuntsholing
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Paro International Airport | PBH | Large Airport |
| Hashimara Air Force Station | - | Medium Airport |
| Cooch Behar Airport | COH | Small Airport |
| Rupsi Airport | RUP | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Phuntsholing
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bhutan Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Phuntsholing
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gurudwara | |
| Mani Dungkhor | |
| Rinchending Goenpa རིན་ཆེན་ལྡིང་ དགོན་པ། | |
| Rinchending Gonpa | |
| Zangdopelri |
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What is the population of Phuntsholing?
Phuntsholing has a population of 27,658 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 4,594 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Phuntsholing?
Phuntsholing enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.7 inches.