Best Time to Visit Kathmandu
The best months to visit Kathmandu are Jan, Feb, Dec. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Dec
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Kathmandu. Expect highs of 18°C to 20°C to 19°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
June
28°C high
Coldest Month
January
5°C low
Driest Month
January
1 rain days
Wettest Month
July
36 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 18°C / Low: 5°C
1 rain days
February
High: 20°C / Low: 7°C
3 rain days
March
High: 23°C / Low: 11°C
13 rain days
April
High: 27°C / Low: 15°C
8 rain days
May
High: 27°C / Low: 16°C
24 rain days
June
High: 28°C / Low: 19°C
29 rain days
July
High: 27°C / Low: 20°C
36 rain days
August
High: 27°C / Low: 20°C
36 rain days
September
High: 27°C / Low: 19°C
34 rain days
October
High: 24°C / Low: 15°C
17 rain days
November
High: 21°C / Low: 11°C
6 rain days
December
High: 19°C / Low: 6°C
1 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Kathmandu
Peak Season
January, February, December
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 18°C | 5°C | 1 | Peak Season |
February★ | 20°C | 7°C | 3 | Peak Season |
March | 23°C | 11°C | 13 | Shoulder Season |
April | 27°C | 15°C | 8 | Off Season |
May | 27°C | 16°C | 24 | Off Season |
June | 28°C | 19°C | 29 | Off Season |
July | 27°C | 20°C | 36 | Off Season |
August | 27°C | 20°C | 36 | Off Season |
September | 27°C | 19°C | 34 | Off Season |
October | 24°C | 15°C | 17 | Off Season |
November | 21°C | 11°C | 6 | Shoulder Season |
December★ | 19°C | 6°C | 1 | Peak Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Kathmandu: Scenic Excursion
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Kathmandu Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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