PopularThe Essential Bhutan Journey
7 daysEffort: ModerateCulture
Two nights each in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.
From $1,740 per adult
Bhutan in February
Cold mornings, festival energy in Punakha.
Winter · low seasonPlan my February trip
- Temperature in Paro
- -1–14°C
- Season
- Winter
- Demand
- Low season
- Book
- A few weeks ahead
February is still cold in the higher valleys. The Punakha festivals can give a western itinerary a focus, with dates changing each year, while crane sightings in Phobjikha depend on the birds' departure. Check the calendar for your year.
Updated
Weather and temperatures in February
Western circuit (Paro / Thimphu)
Paro and Thimphu: -1 to 14°C (30–57°F). Bright winter sun by day, near-freezing at night.
Punakha (lower valley)
Punakha: 6 to 19°C (43–66°F). Comfortable for sightseeing, the warmest spot for the festival.
Central / east (Bumthang / Phobjikha)
Bumthang and Phobjikha: -4 to 10°C (25–50°F). Crane viewing in Phobjikha until ~mid-February.
Festivals in February 2027
11–13 February 2027
Lhamoi Dromchhen
Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa
13–15 February 2027
Punakha Dromchoe
Punakha Dzong, Punakha
16–18 February 2027
Punakha Tshechu
Punakha Dzong, Punakha
20 February 2027
Tharpaling Thongdrol
Tharpaling Lhakhang, Bumthang
20 February & 8 March 2027
Chhorten Kora
Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtse
22–24 February 2027
Tangsibi Mani
Tangsibi Lhakhang, Bumthang
Is February right for you?
Best for
Travellers who want to include Punakha's festivals and can prepare for winter temperatures elsewhere on the route.
Caveats
Cranes leave Phobjikha around mid-February, if crane viewing is a priority, plan early in the month.
What to pack for February
- Warm jacket, afternoons are mild but mornings bite
- Layers (15°C swing between morning and afternoon)
- Hiking boots
- Camera with good zoom (cranes & festival masks)
- Sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen
Pricing in February
Package prices can change. Your quote confirms the current price, hotel availability and any optional upgrades or custom arrangements for your dates. Quieter travel periods can offer more choice, but confirm hotels, flights, and visa arrangements before booking. See our full Bhutan cost breakdown for what’s included and excluded, and our visa requirements guide for the entry paperwork. Booking your own hotels? You can still arrange a local guide with us.
Tours that suit February
Travelling in February?
Pick a tour or tell us your dates, and we'll send an itemised quote for February.
Planning a little later?
- Bhutan in March3 to 17°C in Paro and ThimphuSpring blooms, Paro Tshechu, peak conditions begin.
- Bhutan in April7 to 21°C in Paro and ThimphuRhododendrons in full bloom, mild and clear.
- Bhutan in May11 to 23°C in Paro and ThimphuLast clear month before monsoon, warm and lush.
- Bhutan in June15 to 25°C in Paro and ThimphuMonsoon begins, lush valleys, fewer tourists.
← Bhutan in JanuaryBhutan in March →Full month-by-month guideCompare trip lengths
Sources for planning your visit
The regional temperature ranges are seasonal planning estimates, not a forecast. Bhutan's official travel guidance explains the seasons and altitude differences. The festival dates below come from the tentative 2027 calendar. These are provisional dates, not confirmed departures. Check with us before booking flights or hotels around a festival.
A practical start to planning Bhutan
A checklist, sample route, and cost notes for your first visit. We'll send the link straight away.
- A workable seven-day itinerary
- A before-you-book checklist
- A simple guide to Bhutan's seasons
- Visa, permits, and the nightly SDF explained
- What to budget and what to pack
Send me the planner
Tell us a little about your timing so we can send useful follow-up notes.