March 17 sees frequent showers in Paro. Historical data shows a 48% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 16°C. You'll find plenty of company in Paro this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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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 March 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.8°C. 48% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Paro in March
Based on historical data for March 17, Paro typically experiences temperatures between 5.8°C and 15.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 48% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Paro
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
15.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
48%
Avg 2.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~48% chance
Pressure
1015.4 hPa
Low volatility
Paro Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11°C
Pleasant
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
Busy
71/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~10
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Paro
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:11
☀️ Noon
12:12
🌇 Sunset
18:12
⏱️ Daylight
12h 1m
Wind Speed
8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Paro
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
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 March 17 averages 15.8°C with a 48% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 71/100."
— 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
March 10
14.8°C • 42% rain
Score
81
March 11
15.2°C • 41% rain
Score
73
March 13
15.6°C • 44% rain
Score
73
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📍 Is Paro Worth Visiting on March 17?
Planning a trip to Paro on March 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.8°C with a 48% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 10 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 March 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.5°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 0.8°C in 2016.