When to go
The Best Time to Visit Kathmandu
Month-by-month climate data for Kathmandu, Nepal — daily highs and lows, rain days, and an honest verdict for every month of the year.
October–November, March–May. Clear Himalayan views in autumn; spring is warmer with rhododendron blooms; June–September is monsoon.
Warmest in Kathmandu: Jun (27°C / 81°F) · Coolest: Jan (17°C / 63°F) · Wettest: Jul (~31 rain days)
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)
Kathmandu climate, month by month
January
17° / 5°C
~4 rain days
Excellent
February
18° / 6°C
~6 rain days
Excellent
March
22° / 11°C
~11 rain days
Excellent
April
26° / 14°C
~9 rain days
Excellent
May
25° / 16°C
~25 rain days
Good
June
27° / 19°C
~27 rain days
Good
July
27° / 20°C
~31 rain days
Good
August
27° / 20°C
~31 rain days
Good
September
26° / 19°C
~29 rain days
Good
October
24° / 15°C
~15 rain days
Good
November
21° / 10°C
~3 rain days
Excellent
December
18° / 6°C
~1 rain days
Excellent
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