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Pokhara, Nepal · Temperate

Pokhara in September: go or not?

Mixed period. Pokhara in September: 4.6/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 28.21°N · 83.99°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Pokhara · September
4.6
21–26°
Temperature
65%
Rain
4h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Frequent rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Kumud Nakarmi via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Pokhara. Temperatures drop (26°C) and rain returns (65% of days). With 65% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

September ranks 9 out of 12 months in Pokhara. Compared to August: 13 pts fewer rainy days, +1.3h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
21°
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 34
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Pokhara is November (8.3/10), 3.7 pts higher than September.

See November →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

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 ⓘ+1.02°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthApril · 27°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 17°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 83%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is Pokhara ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Nepal
Temperate climate with a 8.3 → 2.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.21°N · 83.99°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Pokhara?
November is the best month with 21.0°C highs, 11.0°C lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 4.0% rainy days. The months of November & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Pokhara get in November?
Pokhara averages 7.4 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Pokhara?
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 Pokhara in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 11.0°C, while afternoon highs average 21.0°C.
Is Pokhara good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Pokhara scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Pokhara?
July is the most difficult month to visit Pokhara, 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 Pokhara in September?
The average UV index reaches 7 in September in Pokhara (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.