Nepal's Every Month Weather

Nepal has four seasons namely winter season, spring season, monsoon season and fall season. In both places it is different. Kathmandu does not belong to the mountains and Terai plains, Kathmandu offers modorate climate. The weather every month will enable you to organize your trip in terms of trekking, sightseeing, festivals, and wildlife tours.  

January  

January is very cold in Nepal. In Kathmandu, it is about 2°C to 18°C. The mountains are below zero. The Terai plains are warmer. It is a clear sky and you can view the mountains. Kathmandu is a tourist town. Pokhara boasts of fantastic sunrises. Swift ascending and downward mountain hikes are silent and beautiful. Chitwan wildlife tour is pleasant in the daytime.  
 

February

The month of February is the conclusion of winter and the beginning of spring. Kathmandu is somewhat warmer, 5o C to 20o C. The sky is mostly clear. Dhulikhel and Nagarkot are ideal in mountain views. Individuals begin hiking in the Annapurna area. Bhaktapur and Patan are enjoyable and not congested to visit. 

 March 

 It is in March, spring-time, and a fine month to be trekking. Kathmandu is 10°C to 25°C. The sky is mostly clear. On the hills begin to bloom the rhododendron flowers. Mount Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp treks get popular. Pokhara is beautiful and coloured.  

April April is warm and dry. Kathmandu is 15°C to 28°C. The sky is quite clear and the mountains are in perfect view. Trekking is at its best. Langtang, Annapurna Circuit, and Everest offer fantastic sceneries. It is also an excellent month to take photographs and adventure.  

May

May is warmer. Kathmandu is 18°C to 30°C. It is cloudy and it rains or thunderstorms in the afternoons. The mountains are rather hazy. Hiking up mountainous terrain is not bad. Better mustang and upper Himalayan areas are those that receive low rainfall. Best time to sightsee is in the mornings when it is not hot. 

June 

 The beginning of the monsoon is June. Weather in Kathmandu is warm and humid, 20 o C to 30 o C. It is also cloudy and it rains frequently. The countryside is green. It is still possible to visit Kathmandu Valley landmarks. Trekking in upper Mustang is good since it receives less rainfall. 

 July  

July is peak monsoon. It is wet and quite humid with a cloudy sky. Kathmandu is 20°C to 30°C. Clouds usually conceal the mountains. The country and the hills are quite green. The indoor locations such as museums are worth visiting. It is also possible to trek Upper Mustang.  

August  
August is also monsoon. Afternoons are wet, and the atmosphere is damp. There are clearings in mornings sometimes. The rural area is extremely greener. You are able to make good shots of clouds and valleys. It is a silent month, which is good to go to festivals and understand the culture. 

September 

 The monsoon comes to an end in September. The atmosphere is drier and clearer in the sky. Kathmandu is 18°C to 28°C. Trekking begins in early with autumn. At the end of the month mountain views reoccur. Nagarkot and Pokhara are nice destinations.  

October 

 October is dry and clear. Kathmandu is 15°C to 27°C. The atmosphere is clear and the mountains are clear. This is the most suitable month to do trekking in Everest, Annapurna and Langtang. Such festivals as Dashain and Tihar occur this month. The best month to go to Nepal is in October.  

November 

 November is cool and dry. Kathmandu is 10°C to 24°C. It is a clear sky, and there is fresh air. Trekking is very good. The Sunrise in the Sarangkot and Nagarkot is fantastic. The wildlife safaris are pleasant since it is not humid.  

December  

December is early winter. Kathmandu is 3°C to 19°C. It is dry, the mornings and nights are cold. The sky is clear. There is low mountain trekking that is quiet. The mountains are huge in photography. The sightseeing in Kathmandu is peaceful since there is low number of tourists. 

Conclusion: Best Time for Trekking 

The best time for trekking in Nepal is spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November). Spring offers warm, dry weather and blooming rhododendron flowers, while autumn brings crisp air, clear skies, and excellent mountain views. These months are ideal for popular treks like Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, and Upper Mustang. 

Monsoon months (June–August) are wet and humid, making trails slippery, and winter (December–February) is very cold in high-altitude areas, though lower-altitude treks and sightseeing in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan remain enjoyable. 

While in Kathmandu, travelers can enjoy delicious meals at Kathmandu Steak House and stay at Trekkrrs Home, which also provides helpful trekking advice and information to plan your adventures safely. 

For the clearest skies, safest trails, and most scenic views, plan your trekking in March–May or September–November.