The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Nepal. Temperatures rise (26°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 38% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in Nepal. Compared to April: 16 pts more rainy days, −1.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
16°
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 65
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Nepal is April (8.4/10), 0.8 pt higher than May.
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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 Nepal ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
NepalTemperate climate with a 8.4 → 2.0 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 Nepal?
April is the best month with 25.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 22.0% rainy days. The months of April & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Nepal get in April?
Nepal averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Nepal?
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 Nepal in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 25.0°C.
Is Nepal good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Nepal scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Nepal?
July is the most difficult month to visit Nepal, 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 Nepal in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Nepal (high), with about 13.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.