Climate of Paro, Bhutan
Area-weighted average across Paro. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Paro, a subdivision of Bhutan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.6°C / 29.1°F in January to 12.3°C / 54.1°F in July, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 192 mm / 7.6 in depending on the season (812 mm / 32 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.6°C29.1°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| February | -0.5°C31.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| March | 2.7°C36.9°F | 31 mm1.2″ | — |
| April | 5.6°C42.1°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 8.7°C47.7°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| June | 11.3°C52.3°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| July | 12.3°C54.1°F | 192 mm7.6″ | — |
| August | 12°C53.6°F | 161 mm6.3″ | — |
| September | 10.7°C51.3°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| October | 7°C44.6°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| November | 2.7°C36.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| December | -0.2°C31.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Paro?
Paro, Bhutan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 12.3°C / 54.1°F, and the driest is December at 5 mm / 0.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Paro?
Paro, Bhutan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.6°C / 29.1°F in January to 12.3°C / 54.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 812 mm / 32 in, with the wettest month being July (192 mm / 7.6 in) and the driest December (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Paro?
The hottest month in Paro is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.3°C / 54.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Paro?
The coldest month in Paro is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.6°C / 29.1°F.
When does it rain most in Paro?
The wettest month in Paro is July, averaging about 192 mm / 7.6 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.