Verdict: Excellent month
Kathmandu Weather in March
March hits the sweet spot in Kathmandu — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 11 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, March is one of the best months of the year to be in Kathmandu.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
11°C / 52°F
Rain days
~11
Precipitation
53 mm
What to pack for Kathmandu in March
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
March 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)