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Punākha, Bhutan
Punakha · Bhutan
Punākha is a small city in Punakha, Bhutan with a population of 21,500. Elevation: 4,242 ft (1,293 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Punākha
The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa Chhenbi Phodrang, is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, in 1637–38, it is the second oldest and second-largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Rangjung Kharsapani and the sacred remains of Ngawang Namgyal and the tertön Pema Lingpa.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,500 |
| Population Density | 9,817 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,242 ft (1,293 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.5914°, 89.8774° |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
| Country | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
| State / Province | Punakha |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.0 inches (1,168 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Punākha
Punākha is a small city in Bhutan (Punakha) with a population of 21,500. The city sits at an elevation of 4,242 feet (1,293 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.
Climate in Punākha
Punākha has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.8°C), the coldest is Jan (0.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1469 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above Bhutan avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,242 ft (1,293 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,817/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.5914°N, 89.8774°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Punākha has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 48°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (0.4").
Schools in Punākha
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabesa Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Nawakha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bidongkha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Punakha Central School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Punākha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhutan Postal Museum | ||||
| Folk Heritage Museum Kawajangsa | ||||
| Royal Textile Academy | ||||
| Simply Bhutan |
Libraries in Punākha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changjiji Read Center | 0.0 | |||||
| CNR Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Bhutan | 0.0 | |||||
| RIM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RTC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RTC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Punākha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babesa Lamwog Vegetable Market | |||||
| Babesa Neighborhood Vegtable Market | |||||
| Bhutanese Traditional Market | |||||
| Brand Bhutan Market | |||||
| Centenary Farmer's Market | |||||
| Centenary Farmers Market | |||||
| Cereals | |||||
| Changzamtog Farmer's Market | |||||
| Changzamtog Neighborhood Vegtable Market | |||||
| CSI market | |||||
| CSI Market | |||||
| CSI MARKET | |||||
| Druksell / Bhutan’s Largest Impact marketplace / Made in Bhutan | |||||
| Hejo Neighborhood Vegtable Market | |||||
| Junction Mart | |||||
| Jungshina Neighborhood Vegtable Market | |||||
| Kaja Throm | |||||
| Kaja Throm | |||||
| Lungtenphu Neighborhood Vegtable Market | |||||
| O- Plaza | |||||
| Taba Neihgborhood Vegtable Market | |||||
| Tilak mart | |||||
| Tshirang Poultry Cooperate | |||||
| Vegetable market | |||||
| Vegetable Market | |||||
| Zilukha Neighborhood Vegtable Market |
Hotels in Punākha
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Punākha
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Punākha
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Punākha
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Punākha
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Punākha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ser Bhum Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Punākha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Punākha
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Paro International Airport | PBH | Large Airport |
| Gelephu Airport | GLU | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Punākha
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dho Jhaga Temple | |
| Dongkokha Lhakhang | |
| Jibjokha Lhakhang | |
| Jiligang Lhakhang | |
| Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Choeten | |
| Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten | |
| Mani Dungkhor | |
| MeaaNeag Lhakhang | |
| Punakha Dzong | |
| Stupa | |
| Temple | |
| Wangkha Lhakhang |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Punākha?
Punākha has a population of 21,500 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 9,817 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Punākha?
Punākha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches.