Climate Overview
The climate in Paro Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 3023mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 786mm of rainfall. Paro Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Paro Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Paro Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3023mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 252mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 786mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 11mm. That's 775mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 22cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 10cm.
Wind
Paro Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Paro Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Paro Airport 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 4 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 419mm across the season with a monthly average of 140mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1954mm across the season with a monthly average of 651mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 570mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 80mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 18cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Paro Airport 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.
