Best time to visit
Best time to visit Nepal
Our pick: May and SeptemberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: May, Sep, Dec. Busy and pricier: Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Quiet: Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug.
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Nepal's main trekking seasons are October to November, with clear mountain views, and March to April, when the rhododendrons flower. The monsoon, from June to September, brings cloud and leeches to the trails.
Month by month in Kathmandu
- J13°
- F17°
- M22°
- A26°
- M28°
- J28°
- J26°
- A26°
- S24°
- O22°
- N18°
- D15°
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- Book Everest and Annapurna lodges early for October.
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Questions people ask
Can you trek in Nepal in winter?
Yes, at lower altitudes. Skies are clear, but high passes can be snowbound and nights are very cold.
What is the warmest month in Kathmandu?
May, averaging 28°C. The coolest is January, at 13°C.
When is peak season in Nepal?
Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov, when prices are highest. For better value, try May, Sep, Dec.