Punakha
Punakha, a former capital of Bhutan, offers a regal and peaceful atmosphere.
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Overview
The majestic Punakha Dzong is situated between the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers. Other sights include Chimi Lhakhang monastery and Geon Tsephu.
Weather
Recent conditions and near-term forecast near Punakha.
As of Jul 14, 2026, 12:18 AM UTCUpdated 4 hours ago
- TueJul 14🌧️29°C22°C100%16.1 mm
- WedJul 15🌦️31°C21°C99%3.4 mm
- ThuJul 16🌧️32°C22°C100%2.5 mm
- FriJul 17🌦️32°C22°C100%8.6 mm
- SatJul 18🌦️29°C22°C100%14.3 mm
- SunJul 19🌦️31°C22°C100%11.9 mm
- MonJul 20🌦️26°C21°C100%20.2 mm
Source: Open Meteo (open_meteo_forecast_api)Data fetched Jul 14, 2026, 12:18 AM UTC
Cost of living
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RentPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Rent | 2026
GroceriesPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Grocery | 2026
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Quality of life
Quality of LifeStrongSource category: Quality Of Life | 2026 | Overall quality of life index
SafetyStrongSource category: Safety | 2026 | Safety index (100 = safest)
HealthcareGenerally favorableSource category: Healthcare | 2026 | Healthcare quality index (100 = best healthcare)
PollutionModerateSource category: Pollution | 2026 | Pollution index (100 = most polluted)
TrafficLowSource category: Traffic | 2026 | Overall traffic index (considers time + inefficiency + CO2)
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
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