Climate Overview
The climate in Trongsa is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 3262mm of precipitation falls per year. Trongsa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Trongsa 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Trongsa experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Trongsa vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Trongsa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3262mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 272mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 653mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 34mm. That's 619mm 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. Trongsa receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 232cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 70cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Trongsa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/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
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Trongsa, which began on September 23, 2026. Trongsa 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 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -2 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 731mm across the season with a monthly average of 244mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1713mm across the season with a monthly average of 571mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 628mm across the season with a monthly average of 209mm. Expect around 11cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -7 to 8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 190mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Expect around 129cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Trongsa 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.
