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Samtse, Bhutan
Samtse District · Bhutan
Samtse is a small city in Samtse District, Bhutan with a population of 5,396. Elevation: 1,368 ft (417 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samtse
Samtse is a town and the headquarters of the Samtse District in Bhutan. The population of the town was 5,396 as of 2017. The population of the Samtse district was 60,100 at the 2005 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,396 |
| Population Density | 2,933 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.8990°, 89.0995° |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
| Country | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
| State / Province | Samtse District |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 164.2 inches (4,171 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samtse
Samtse is a small city in Bhutan (Samtse District) with a population of 5,396. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet (417 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 164.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above Bhutan avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 175 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,933/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.8990°N, 89.0995°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 | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 16.3 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 29.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 40.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 31.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 21.3 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
Samtse has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 60°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 164.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (40.7") and December the driest (0.5").
Libraries in Samtse
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarun Sangha Granthagar | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samtse
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gomtu Vegetable Market | |||||
| JAMTALA BAZAR | |||||
| KRISHIMANDI | |||||
| TOWER BAZAR |
Hotels in Samtse
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Samtse
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Samtse
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samtse
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Samtse
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Samtse
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Samtse
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 |
| Pakyong Airport | PYG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samtse
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buddhist Monastery of Samtse | |
| Samtse Buddhist Stupa | |
| Shivalaya Mandhir Samtse |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Samtse
What is the population of Samtse?
Samtse has a population of 5,396 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 2,933 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samtse?
Samtse has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 175 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 164.2 inches.