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Two nights each in Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.
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Bhutan in March
Spring blooms, Paro Tshechu, peak conditions begin.
Spring · peak seasonPlan my March trip
- Temperature in Paro
- 3–17°C
- Season
- Spring
- Demand
- Peak season
- Book
- 4–6 months ahead
Days lengthen in March and spring flowers begin to appear. Paro Tshechu can fall in March or April, so check the dates before choosing your stay. Allow warm layers for early starts as well as time outside during the day.
Updated
Weather and temperatures in March
Western circuit (Paro / Thimphu)
Paro and Thimphu: 3 to 17°C (37–63°F). Dry, sunny, occasional brisk wind. Peak conditions for hiking Tiger's Nest.
Punakha (lower valley)
Punakha: 9 to 22°C (48–72°F). Comfortable in shorts by midday; jacaranda starts blooming in the dzong courtyard late March.
Central / east (Bumthang / Phobjikha)
Bumthang and Phobjikha: 0 to 14°C (32–57°F). Still cool, but most homestays reopen.
Festivals in March 2027
20 February & 8 March 2027
Chhorten Kora
Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtse
16–18 March 2027
Gomphukora
Gom Kora Lhakhang, Trashiyangtse
16–18 March 2027
Talo Tshechu
Talo Gonpa, Punakha
16–18 March 2027
Gasa Tshechu
Gasa Dzong, Gasa
16–18 March 2027
Zhemgang Tshechu
Zhemgang Dzong, Zhemgang
18–22 March 2027
Paro Tshechu
Rinpung Dzong, Paro
Is March right for you?
Best for
First-time visitors who want the iconic combination of clear mountain views and the country's most famous festival. Book 5–6 months ahead, Paro hotels fill before any other detail.
Caveats
Popular festival dates can limit hotel availability, so plan early. Tiger's Nest sees its busiest crowds during festival week.
What to pack for March
- Layers, mornings are still cold, afternoons mild
- Light jacket / fleece
- Hiking shoes
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Modest clothing for the festival (long pants, covered shoulders)
Pricing in March
Package prices can change. Your quote confirms the current price, hotel availability and any optional upgrades or custom arrangements for your dates. Plan early for popular dates, especially festival weeks, when hotel availability is limited. 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 March
Travelling in March?
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Planning a little later?
- 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 July17 to 26°C in Paro and ThimphuFull monsoon, green valleys, rain, quieter trails.
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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.
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