January 8 is generally a great time to visit Paro. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Paro—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Paro
Currency
BTN
Nu. Bhutanese ngultrum
Language
Dzongkha
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.481
Paro Weather Forecast for January 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.4°C. 17% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Paro in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Paro typically experiences temperatures between 2°C and 11.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Paro
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
17%
Avg 0.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~17% chance
Pressure
1016.8 hPa
Low volatility
Paro Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 133 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 200 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 333 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Bhutan
Flight Traffic
Moderate
57/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~8
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Paro
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:54
☀️ Noon
12:09
🌇 Sunset
17:24
⏱️ Daylight
10h 30m
Wind Speed
7.4 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
66%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Paro
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Paro on January 8 averages 11.4°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 73/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Paro Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 15
11.8°C • 15% rain
Score
80
January 14
11.7°C • 15% rain
Score
75
January 3
11.9°C • 21% rain
Score
74
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Paro Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Paro on January 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.4°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 8 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Bhutan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.5°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -1.5°C in 2025.