Verdict: Good month
Kathmandu Weather in August
August runs warm in Kathmandu, with daily highs around 27°C (81°F) and nights near 20°C (68°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 31 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, August is a solid month to visit Kathmandu.
Average high
27°C / 81°F
Average low
20°C / 68°F
Rain days
~31
Precipitation
692 mm
What to pack for Kathmandu in August
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 31 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Kathmandu: Jun (27°C / 81°F) · Coolest: Jan (17°C / 63°F) · Wettest: Jul (~31 rain days)
17°
5°
Jan
18°
6°
Feb
22°
11°
Mar
26°
14°
Apr
25°
16°
May
27°
19°
Jun
27°
20°
Jul
27°
20°
Aug
26°
19°
Sep
24°
15°
Oct
21°
10°
Nov
18°
6°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)