Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Jigme Dorji National Park
- Important essentials for Jigme Dorji National Park
- Jigme Dorji National Park in January: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in February: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in March: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in April: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in May: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in June: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in July: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in August: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in September: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in October: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in November: weather and what to pack
- Jigme Dorji National Park in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan
Based on the climate and weather in Jigme Dorji National Park, the best time to go is June. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Jigme Dorji National Park, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
Jigme Dorji National Park is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness. For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- Consider asking your doctor about Diamox
- Oximeter to check blood oxygen, like this
- Ibuprofen
- Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and G. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Jigme Dorji National Park. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Pagri visitors may do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan by month
January
If you go to Jigme Dorji National Park in January, you will notice that it is very cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Fleece for under jacket
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Lip balm
- Coveralls; We pick:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Insulated water bottle
- Thick pajamas
- Neck warmer/cold weather face mask our favorite
- Thermal undergarments. Our picks:
- Insulated boots:
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Heated gloves
February
If you are traveling to Jigme Dorji National Park in February, you will notice that it is freezing. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Insulated water bottle
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Thick pajamas
- Neck warmer/cold weather face mask our favorite
- Thermal undergarments. Our choice is:
- Fleece for under jacket
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Lip balm
- Insulated boots:
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Heated gloves
- Coveralls; We like:
March
If you are traveling to Jigme Dorji National Park in March, you will notice that it can be extremely cold. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Heavy sweaters:
- Gloves
- Scarf our favorite
- Thermal undergarments. Our picks:
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Lip balm
- Coveralls; here are some of our favorites:
- Pajamas
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Fleeces
April
April here is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Insulated water bottle
- Sweaters
- Lip balm
- Heavy jacket
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Gloves or mittens
- Cold weather footwear
May
May in Jigme Dorji National Park is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Light gloves or mittens
- Fleeces
- Warm pants or jeans
- Jacket or coat
- Socks
- Standard footwear
June
June in Jigme Dorji National Park can be brisk. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Socks
- Light gloves or mittens
- Fleeces
- Jacket or coat
- Warm pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
July
Traveling to Jigme Dorji National Park in July, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Jacket or coat
- Light gloves or mittens
- Socks
- Fleeces
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
August
August in Jigme Dorji National Park is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Fleeces
- Socks
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Light gloves or mittens
- Jacket or coat
- Standard footwear
September
If you visit Jigme Dorji National Park during September, you may find that it is cold.
Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Light gloves or mittens
- Fleeces
- Jacket or coat
- Socks
- Warm pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
October
October for Jigme Dorji National Park is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Insulated water bottle
- Sweaters
- Heavy jacket
- Cold weather footwear
November
November in Jigme Dorji National Park is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Pajamas
- Lip balm
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Thermal undergarments. We like:
- Coveralls; here are some of our favorites:
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Fleeces
- Scarf our favorite
- Heavy sweaters:
- Gloves
December
Traveling to Jigme Dorji National Park in December, you will notice that it is freezing. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Thick pajamas
- Neck gaiter/cold weather mask our favorite
- Heated gloves
- Thermal undergarments. We chose:
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Coveralls; We pick:
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Fleece for under jacket
- Insulated water bottle
- Insulated boots:
- Lip balm
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