NP Pokhara, Nepal

Pokhara
Which Season to Choose?

Pokhara, gateway to Annapurna — Phewa Lake, Himalayan views and legendary trek starting point.

Updated: March 2026 · Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · 28.21°N 83.99°E
AprilBest month
81°FOptimal temperature
25%Rainy days

When to visit Pokhara?

🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
59°F–81°F in April
🌧 Least rain
25% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
July (97%)
📅 Best score
8.6/10

Best time by type of trip

🏔️Annapurna & Machapuchare viewsOct–Nov — breathtaking Himalayan panorama from Phewa Lake.
🪂Sarangkot paraglidingOct–Apr — flying facing 8,000 m peaks, world-class spot.
🥾Annapurna Base Camp trekOct–Nov or Mar–Apr — legendary 7–12 day trek.
Phewa LakeYear-round — sunset boat ride, Barahi Temple, mountain reflections.

Pokhara weather month by month

MonthMin °FMax °FRainy days (%)Precip. in/dSun h/dScore
⛅ January43°F63°F18%0.1in9.7h7.2/10
🌤️ February46°F68°F19%0.1in10.6h7.6/10
🌤️ March52°F73°F23%0.1in11.0h8.1/10
🌤️ April59°F81°F25%0.1in11.5h8.6/10
🌤️ May64°F81°F49%0.2in11.5h7.7/10
⛅ June70°F81°F80%0.7in11.0h7.1/10
🌧️ July72°F81°F97%1.1in7.4h5.9/10
🌧️ August72°F81°F91%0.8in8.1h6.1/10
⛅ September70°F79°F69%0.6in10.0h7.1/10
🌤️ October61°F77°F25%0.1in10.5h8.1/10
🌤️ November52°F70°F4%0.0in10.0h8.1/10
🌤️ December46°F64°F6%0.0in9.6h7.5/10
Ideal Fair Challenging climate Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years

What to expect each season

🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time

Average 26°F, 32% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable

Average 27°F, 89% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 6.4/10.

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time

Average 24°F, 33% rainy days, 10.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time

Average 18°F, 14% rainy days, 10.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.

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Frequently asked questions

April is ideal with 25% rainy days and 27°F.
July is the wettest month with 97% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 27°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.4/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.

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