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Sarpang, Bhutan

Sarpang District · Bhutan

Sarpang is a small city in Sarpang District, Bhutan with a population of 10,416. Elevation: 1,129 ft (344 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,416 Population 5,314/sq mi density
1,129 ft Elevation 344 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
114.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Thimphu Timezone

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About Sarpang

Sarpang

Sarpang, also transliterated as Sarbhang or Sarbang, is a thromde or town in Sarpang District in southern Bhutan.

People

Population10,416
Density5,314/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain114.1 in/yr
Sunny Days196/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Population10,416
Population Density5,314 / sq mi
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Coordinates26.8640°, 90.2675°
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu
Country🇧🇹 Bhutan
State / ProvinceSarpang District
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation114.1 inches (2,898 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sarpang

Sarpang is a small city in Bhutan (Sarpang District) with a population of 10,416. The city sits at an elevation of 1,129 feet (344 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.

Climate in Sarpang

Sarpang has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.3°C), the coldest is Jan (8.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2196 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.5°C / 47°F 2.3° / 17.2° 3.4
Feb 9.5°C / 49°F 2.4° / 18.1° 18.9
Mar 13.4°C / 56°F 5.8° / 22.3° 70.7
Apr 16.6°C / 62°F 8.8° / 24.9° 154.7
May 18.7°C / 66°F 12.4° / 26.2° 273.9
Jun 21°C / 70°F 16.3° / 26.5° 510.3
Jul 21.3°C / 70°F 17.7° / 26.8° 450.3
Aug 21.3°C / 70°F 17.2° / 27° 291.7
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 16° / 26.5° 297.7
Oct 17.7°C / 64°F 10.6° / 25.1° 119.5
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 7.2° / 21.4° 2.7
Dec 10.2°C / 50°F 3.9° / 18.4° 2.6
Sarpang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 196 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 114.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,129 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above Bhutan avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days196 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density5,314/sq mi
Coordinates26.8640°N, 90.2675°W
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 114.1"
200% above Bhutan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 30.63"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

97 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1.

Sep 21, 2009 11 km W of Trashigang, Bhutan M6.1 127 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 143 km
Dec 31, 2009 4 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.5 133 km
Mar 25, 2003 14 km SSE of Ha, Bhutan M5.5 103 km
Jul 7, 2021 8 km SSE of Lakhipur, India M5.3 101 km
Apr 5, 2021 35 km NNW of Samtse, Bhutan M5.2 136 km
Jul 8, 1998 21 km WNW of Mongar, Bhutan M5.2 91 km
Aug 18, 1998 22 km E of Jakar, Bhutan M5.2 104 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 135 km
Jun 28, 2015 18 km N of B?sugaon, India M5.1 29 km
Oct 29, 2009 15 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.1 122 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 78 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 126 km
Feb 27, 2001 5 km E of Bongaigaon, India M4.9 55 km
Oct 2, 2023 28 km S of Goālpāra, India M4.9 109 km
Oct 29, 2009 13 km NNE of Goshaingaon, India M4.8 43 km
Jul 10, 2012 15 km S of Shemgang, Bhutan M4.7 46 km
Dec 4, 2013 12 km NNE of Al?pur Du?r, India M4.7 76 km
Mar 1, 2012 19 km N of Mongar, Bhutan M4.6 116 km
Nov 18, 2009 20 km NNW of Trongsa, Bhutan M4.5 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 60°F (15°C) 1.1 in
March 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in
May 72°F (22°C) 10.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 21.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 30.6 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 21.9 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 13.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 5.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest

Sarpang has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 114.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (30.6") and December the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Sarpang

Institution Type Founded Website
Losel Gyatsho Academy College - ,

Schools in Sarpang

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sarpang Central School - - - -
Dekiling Middle Secondary School - - - -
Chorkoling Lower Secondary School - - - -
Kencholing ECR - - - -
Singye Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Sarpang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vegetable Market

Veterinaries in Sarpang

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BT #1156747143

Airports Near Sarpang

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gelephu AirportGLUMedium Airport
Bathpalathang AirportBUTSmall Airport
Rupsi AirportRUPSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarpang

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dekiling Lhakhang
Sarpang Zangdopelri Stupa

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Thimphu
Elevation
369 m (1,211 ft)

🇧🇹 About Bhutan

Capital Thimphu
Population 754,394
Area 47,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,012,896,789
GDP per capita $3,831
HDI 0.698
Life expectancy 73.0 years
Internet users 88.4%
Urban population 41.7%
Currency BTN (Ngultrum)
Languages Dzongkha
Calling code +975
TLD .bt
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sarpang

What is the population of Sarpang?

Sarpang has a population of 10,416 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 5,314 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarpang?

Sarpang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 114.1 inches.

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