Tomorrow in Kathmandu looks
light rain shower, with a high of 70°
and an overnight low of 55°.
There is a 87% chance of rain - plan accordingly.
Winds top out near 4 mph,
and the UV index reaches 6 (high).
Kathmandu has a humid subtropical climate.
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 79°,
and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 42°.
July brings the most rain, on about 31 days,
while April is the sunniest, with 11.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Over a whole year it rains on roughly 194 days.
July, averaging 79°F (26°C) by day and 69°F (20°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 89°F (32°C).
Does it snow in Kathmandu?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Kathmandu shows no regular measurable snowfall.
How much sun does Kathmandu get?
9.5 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in April at 11.1 hours.
What is the best time to visit Kathmandu?
November to February is the sweet spot for Kathmandu - the rains have stopped and the heat has not yet peaked. Expect 65°F (18°C) in the afternoon and around 4 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.
What is the rainiest month in Kathmandu?
July, at 34.4 inches (874 mm) over about 31 days. November is the driest month, at 8 mm (0.3 in).
Which months are driest in Kathmandu?
2 months average under 20 mm of rain, with November the driest at 8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the coldest month in Kathmandu?
January, with highs of 62°F (16°C) and lows near 42°F (5°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 29°F (-1°C).