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Paro Weather in May
Paro in May averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. May is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.
Rainfall in Paro in May
Paro is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 11 days and an average of 206 mm (8.1 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Paro in May
May in Paro brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Paro. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Paro Temperature in May
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
206 mm (8.1 in)
Rainy days
11 days
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Paro in May
Pack for changing conditions in Paro in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Paro in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Paro 3-Day Forecast
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