The weather in May in Nepal
It's warm in May in Nepal with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 12°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Nepal. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2014, Nepal reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In May, there is an average of 184 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,6 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Nepal
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nepal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Nepal | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 184 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,6 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Nepal with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 11°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Nepal is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Nepal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Nepal
Temperature in May in Nepal over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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.
Daily Precipitation in May in Nepal
Total precipitation in May in Nepal over the years
Daily Snowfall in May in Nepal
Snowfall in May in Nepal per year
Daily UV index in May in Nepal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Nepal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Nepal
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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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.