December · Bhutan
Best time to visit Paro in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Paro in December
Average temperature 1°C, 5 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.5/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Paro scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 1°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Paro's valley holds Bhutan's airport, the Tiger's Nest monastery and a riverside dzong.
December in Paro: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 1°C (34°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Rain is a non-issue at 5 mm for the month, with about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 7.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Paro in December?
- In December, Paro averages 1°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Paro?
- December earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Paro in December?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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