October weather forecast
Punakha, Bhutan

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Weather in October

The pleasant weather continues into October in Punakha which sees a shift towards a lower average high temperature of 13°C (55.4°F). It's distinctly refreshing, veering away from the overpowering temperature and rainfall figures of September. October also stands out as a relatively dry month with a noticeable decrease in rainfall. The weather adds a naturally vibrant tinge to the cityscape with days filled with abundant sunshine. The fall season is in full swing in Punakha in October, bathing the city in a medley of bright and mild weather conditions.

Temperature

The unfolding of October in Punakha shows an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13°C (55.4°F), indicating a slight variance from September's 15.9°C (60.6°F). During October, the average low-temperature is an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In Punakha, Bhutan, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Punakha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.7 days and collects up to 863mm (33.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall in Punakha.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:17 +06.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

In Punakha, Bhutan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Punakha?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Punakha, is 13°C (55.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.5°C (41.9°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Punakha?

In Punakha, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in Punakha in October?

In Punakha, during October, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Punakha?

In Punakha, Bhutan, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in Punakha in October?

In Punakha, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Punakha have in October?

In October, the average day length in Punakha is 11h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Punakha?

On the first day of October in Punakha, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:17 +06.

How long on average sun shines in October in Punakha?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Punakha, Bhutan, is 8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Punakha?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Punakha, Bhutan, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average temperature in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average high temperature in October: 13°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average pressure in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average wind speed in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average humidity in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (57%).

Average rainfall in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average rainfall in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall in October: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (7mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average rainfall days in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average snowfall in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (146mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average snowfall days in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average sunshine days in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (2.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average UV index in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average cloud cover in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Punakha, Bhutan

Average visibility in October - Punakha, Bhutan
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).

Punakha, Bhutan

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