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Thimphu

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Thimphu month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Thimphu are typically April, October and November, with average daytime highs around 15–18°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 22°C), January the coldest (average low -1°C), and July the wettest (about 651 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January9.6-1.0849.2
February10.71.01378.9
March14.23.82019.9
April17.47.221710.3
May18.810.23459.9
June21.213.65229.0
July21.815.16517.4
August22.114.75128.2
September20.913.33988.8
October18.09.22249.4
November15.15.31079.5
December12.51.8779.1

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1960

    Before 1960, Thimphu consisted of a group of hamlets scattered across the valley including Motithang, Changangkha, Changlimithang, Langchupakha, and Taba, some of which constitute districts of the city today (see below for district details).

  2. Documented history · 1885

    In 1885, a battle was held at what is now the Changlimithang sports ground in Thimphu.

  3. Documented history · 1974

    The modern Changlimithang Stadium was built on the site in 1974.

  4. Documented history · 1952

    Reforms continued and in 1952 the decision was made to shift the capital from the ancient capital of Punakha to Thimphu.

  5. Documented history

    Before 1960, Thimphu consisted of a group of hamlets scattered across the valley including Motithang, Changangkha, Changlimithang, Langchupakha, and Taba.

Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

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Historical figures

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Local business and employers

Newspapers and local media

  • Kuensel

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Thimphu. National newspaper of Bhutan.

  • Bhutan Today

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Thimphu. Newspaper.

  • Bhutan Observer

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Thimphu. Bhutan's first private bilingual newspaper.

  • Bhutan Times

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Thimphu. Privately owned newspaper in Bhutan.

  • BBS 2

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Thimphu. Bhutan television channel.

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01 · Overview

Thimphu, in brief

Thimphu is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Thimphu took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Thimphu

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Thimphu

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Thimphu

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Thimphu

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Thimphu

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08 · Questions

Questions about Thimphu

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Frequently Asked Questions about Thimphu

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01 · Q&A

Where is Thimphu located and what are its coordinates?

Thimphu is situated in Bhutan at geographic coordinates 27.4661, 89.6419, with an elevation of 2320 meters above sea level.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Thimphu?

Thimphu has a recorded population of approximately 98,676 and observes the Asia/Thimphu time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Thimphu?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Thimphu include DZ, with BTN used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Thimphu?

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