Climate Overview
The climate in Taplejung Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 3295mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 870mm of rainfall. Taplejung 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 2°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Taplejung 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 23°C with a mean of 20°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 7°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
Taplejung Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3295mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 275mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 870mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 18mm. That's 852mm 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 17cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.
Wind
Taplejung Airport 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 August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Taplejung Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Taplejung 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 2°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 7 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 544mm across the season with a monthly average of 181mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 17 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 2022mm across the season with a monthly average of 674mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 630mm across the season with a monthly average of 210mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 2 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 16cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Taplejung 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.
