The month in detail
What to expect in February
In February, Kathmandu sees 19°C during the day with 7.4h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (9% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if October (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
February ranks 7 out of 12 months in Kathmandu. Compared to January: +2°C daytime, +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
7°
Daylight
11.0h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 66
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Kathmandu is October (8.4/10), 0.6 pt higher than February.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Nepal
🗣️LanguageNépalais
💶CurrencyRoupie népalaise (Rs)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 27°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 17°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 75%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Kathmandu ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
NepalTemperate climate with a 8.4 → 2.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.72°N · 85.32°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kathmandu?
October is the best month with 24.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of October & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Kathmandu get in October?
Kathmandu averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Kathmandu?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Kathmandu in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 24.0°C.
Is Kathmandu good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kathmandu scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Kathmandu?
July is the most difficult month to visit Kathmandu, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Kathmandu in February?
The average UV index reaches 6 in February in Kathmandu (high), with about 11.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.