The climate of Nepal
The current climate in Nepal features temperatures ranging from a high of 30°C to a low of 18°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 26°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 5°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Nepal.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Nepal in recent years was 39°C in June 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 9°C in February 2022.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Nepal gets 1596 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 1,9 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Nepal is based on weather data from Kathmandu. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Nepal to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Nepal?
The best time to visit Nepal for sunny weather is January through April and October through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nepal. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Nepal
The climate table of Nepal shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 18 | 21 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 22 | 20 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 10 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 12 | 42 | 42 | 65 | 184 | 282 | 424 | 273 | 193 | 57 | 12 | 10 |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,3 | 0 | 0 |
| UV Index | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Nepal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Nepal
Yearly Temperature in Nepal
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Nepal. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nepal
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nepal
Average Snowfall per Month in Nepal
Total Yearly Snowfall in Nepal
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Nepal. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Nepal
Weather experiences in Nepal
The weather in Nepal is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Nepal? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Sacha
Daytime temperatures could sometimes reach 30 degrees, but by evening it became significantly colder. There was rarely any rain, mostly clear days. I would definitely recommend it again to future travelers.
Jacco KamphorstSome evenings can be chilly, so pack warm. There is virtually no rain, which is ideal for active recreation. Ideal for adventurers!
FabianThe air temperature was between 10 and 20 °C, pleasantly warm during the day and cool at night. There were a few days of rain, but mostly sunny days. Ideal for walks in nature!
KristelJuly is the rainy season in Nepal, so expect lots of moisture and occasional heavy rains. The temperature is moderate. Humidity is high, which can be uncomfortable for some.
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Average weather in Nepal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nepal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.