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Liankang Kangri

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Liankang Kangri essentials

Address: Liankang Kangri, Punakha District, Bhutan (Himalayan peak)
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Liankang Kangri

High Himalayan peak - autumn and spring windows are usually best for access; permits and guided arrangements required.

Autumn (Sep-Nov)
September-November · -5-10°C (23-50°F depending on elevation)
Clearer skies and stable weather make this a preferred season for high‑altitude trekking.

Weather & Climate near Liankang Kangri

Climate

Liankang Kangri's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -30°C to -3°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
15°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -30° - -18° -36° 7 mm some cloud 66% 6.4 m/s 1.1 high 10.4h
February Poor -29° - -18° -36° 5 mm some cloud 69% 7.1 m/s 1.6 very high 11.1h
March Poor -26° - -15° -33° 3 mm partly cloudy 72% 7.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.9h
April Poor -22° - -12° -28° 4 mm partly cloudy 74% 7.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.7h
May Poor -17° - -8° -23° 13 mm partly cloudy 78% 8.7 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.4h
June Poor -12° - -4° -17° 22 mm overcast 82% 8.7 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.8h
July Poor -10° - -3° -14° 104 mm overcast 85% 6.9 m/s 2.8 extreme 13.6h
August Poor -11° - -3° -14° 92 mm overcast 86% 5.6 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.0h
September Poor -13° - -5° -17° 46 mm partly cloudy 86% 6.3 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.2h
October Poor -19° - -10° -24° 21 mm some cloud 80% 7.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.4h
November Acceptable -25° - -14° -29° 3 mm mostly sunny 71% 4.9 m/s 1.5 high 10.6h
December Acceptable -28° - -16° -33° 9 mm mostly sunny 65% 5.9 m/s 1.1 high 10.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Liankang Kangri

Access typically from central Bhutan hubs with trekking routes entering Punakha district; travel requires permits and local guide arrangements through Bhutanese tour operators.

Tips for Visiting Liankang Kangri

  • Liankang Kangri is remote Himalayan terrain - only attempt with experienced guides and proper permits.
  • High‑altitude preparation and acclimatization are essential; weather is unpredictable and rescue options are limited.