Kathmandu, NepalQuick decision
When to visit Kathmandu?
🌞 Best time overall
November
🌡️ Optimal temperature
50°F–70°F in November
🌧 Least rain
9% rainy days in November
🌧 Wettest month
July (100%)
📅 Best score
8.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Himalayan TrekOctober-November or March-May — Everest Base Camp, Annapurna, clear views.
Temples & CultureOctober-May — Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Durbar Squares.
Dry SeasonOctober-May — best visibility, walkable trails.
Wildlife & ChitwanFebruary–May — Chitwan National Park, rhinos, tigers.
FamilyMarch–May — mild temperatures, spring festivals.
BudgetJune–September — monsoon, accommodation -30%, affordable tours.
Monthly climate data
Kathmandu weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 41°F | 63°F | 13% | 0.0in | 9.2h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 45°F | 66°F | 21% | 0.0in | 10.1h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 50°F | 72°F | 35% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 57°F | 77°F | 42% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.8/10 |
| ⛅ May | 61°F | 79°F | 78% | 0.3in | 11.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 66°F | 79°F | 90% | 0.6in | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 68°F | 79°F | 100% | 1.1in | 8.0h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 68°F | 81°F | 100% | 0.9in | 8.6h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 66°F | 79°F | 95% | 0.6in | 9.6h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 59°F | 75°F | 43% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 50°F | 70°F | 9% | 0.0in | 9.9h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 43°F | 64°F | 6% | 0.0in | 9.3h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 24°F, 52% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 26°F, 97% rainy days, 9.2h sunshine/day. Score: 6.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 24°F, 49% rainy days, 9.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 18°F, 13% rainy days, 9.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
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FAQ
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November is ideal with 9% rainy days and 21°F.
July is the wettest month with 100% rainy days.
Yes, November is the best month with an average of 21°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.3/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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