Pokhara · SpringMonth summary
Pokhara weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
64°F – 81°F
🌧 Rainy days
49% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.7/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (8.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Pokhara in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 27°F.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.7/10). April scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Pokhara in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Pokhara. Temperatures rise (27°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 49% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 43°F | 63°F | 18% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 46°F | 68°F | 19% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 52°F | 73°F | 23% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 59°F | 81°F | 25% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 64°F | 81°F | 49% | 0.2in | 11.5h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ June | 70°F | 81°F | 80% | 0.7in | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 72°F | 81°F | 97% | 1.1in | 7.4h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 72°F | 81°F | 91% | 0.8in | 8.1h | 6.1/10 |
| ⛅ September | 70°F | 79°F | 69% | 0.6in | 10.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 61°F | 77°F | 25% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 52°F | 70°F | 4% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 46°F | 64°F | 6% | 0.0in | 9.6h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Pokhara averages 81°F, 49% rainy days and 11.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.7/10.
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Comparison
May vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 8.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -24%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Pokhara in May
Is May a good time to visit Pokhara?
May is an excellent time to visit Pokhara (score 7.7/10). With 81°F, 11.5h of sunshine and 49% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Pokhara in May?
With 81°F max and 11.5h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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