Climate Insights for Laya

, Gasa, Bhutan

Hottest
August
11°C peak
Coldest
January
-18°C low
Wettest
July
258mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Laya is cold. The average annual temperature is -2°C and approximately 1250mm of precipitation falls per year. Laya receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Laya is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -18°C. Laya experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -5° Average: -12° Min: -18° Feb Max: -3° Average: -9° Min: -16° Mar Max: -2° Average: -8° Min: -14° Apr Max: 2° Average: -3° Min: -8° May Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -4° Jun Max: 9° Average: 5° Min: 2° Jul Max: 10° Average: 7° Min: 4° Aug Max: 11° Average: 7° Min: 4° Sep Max: 10° Average: 5° Min: 2° Oct Max: 5° Average: 0° Min: -5° Nov Max: 1° Average: -6° Min: -12° Dec Max: -1° Average: -8° Min: -14°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Laya vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 11°C with a mean of 7°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 47mm Feb Precipitation: 56mm Snow: 56mm Mar Precipitation: 78mm Snow: 76mm Apr Precipitation: 75mm Snow: 64mm May Precipitation: 119mm Snow: 76mm Jun Precipitation: 148mm Snow: 18mm Jul Precipitation: 258mm Snow: 35mm Aug Precipitation: 153mm Snow: 10mm Sep Precipitation: 146mm Snow: 26mm Oct Precipitation: 91mm Snow: 58mm Nov Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 39mm Dec Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 36mm
Precipitation
Snow

Laya is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1250mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 258mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 37mm. That's 221mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Laya receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 541cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Laya is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Laya, which began on June 21, 2026. Laya is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 11°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -14 to 5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 272mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 2 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 559mm across the season with a monthly average of 186mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -12 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Expect around 123cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from -18 to -1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Expect around 140cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Laya based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-18 °C
-5 °C
2 km/h
47 mm
47 cm
Feb
-16 °C
-3 °C
2 km/h
56 mm
56 cm
Mar
-14 °C
-2 °C
1 km/h
78 mm
76 cm
Apr
-8 °C
2 °C
1 km/h
75 mm
64 cm
May
-4 °C
5 °C
1 km/h
119 mm
76 cm
Jun Current
2 °C
9 °C
2 km/h
148 mm
18 cm
Jul
4 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
258 mm
35 cm
Aug
4 °C
11 °C
1 km/h
153 mm
10 cm
Sep
2 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
146 mm
26 cm
Oct
-5 °C
5 °C
2 km/h
91 mm
58 cm
Nov
-12 °C
1 °C
1 km/h
41 mm
39 cm
Dec
-14 °C
-1 °C
2 km/h
37 mm
36 cm
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