The capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu is a great destination where history unites in culture and tradition offers a fantastic heritage tour in Nepal. To witness Nepal’s true and lively culture, Kathmandu is the right choice. But to enjoy the tourist attractions of a certain place, a pleasant and comfortable environment is the must. So we have to select an ideal time for your tour. That’s why here the climatic conditions of Kathmandu listed below. According to that, you can choose the best time to visit Kathmandu.
Most probably, two seasons namely Autumn and Summer favors good weather and atmosphere. Let’s have a detail note how they make you feel comfortable.
Autumn season considered as the best and ideal time to visit Kathmandu. During these months the environment looks good and pleasant with clear skies and cooling weather. This is the right time for outside activities like trekking, mountaineering, wildlife safaris, etc. Also, this season includes a good number of popular Nepal festivals. Overall the tour exclaims with surprising views and scenic attractions.
Maximum Temperature : 260 C
Minimum Temperature : 200 C
Festivities : Festivals fall under this season are Dasain, Tihar, Indra Jatra, and Diwali.
After Autumn, Summer season is the best preferable time to explore Kathmandu. At this time weather will be dry and a little bit warm with blue skies and a clear vision. Hiking and trekking favors during this season that’s why a large number of trekkers participates in trekking. Rarely, small rain showers will entertain tourists to get chill. For photography, this season is the perfect time with clear views of mountains and blossoms of Rhododendron flowers.
Maximum Temperature : 250 C
Minimum Temperature : 290 C
Festivities : Maha Shivaratri, Bisket Jatra, and Holi like major festivals will take place during this season.
Winters and Monsoons are the remaining seasons we can experience in Kathmandu. In these seasons also we can visit Kathmandu but in some conditions, we may feel not comfortable and risky. However, just take a read on how these seasons treats.
Those who love winters can visit Kathmandu without any doubt in the winter season. During this time, temperatures fall to nearly 2 degree Celsius so you have to face some harsh cold winds. Most of the area and mountains will be covered under thick snow. It seems to be wonderful and breathtaking. When it comes to activities, you can try paragliding, one-day hiking, rafting, camping, and mountain biking. To experience a shivering and cold Kathmandu, winters are the best.
Maximum Temperature : 30 C
Minimum Temperature : 180 C
Festivities: Festivals of the season are Maghe Sakranti, Losar, and the popular Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival.
During monsoons, you have to face rainfall in any situation because we don’t know when it showers. In Kathmandu, a very good rainfall will be received in these months with an average of 1407mm. The total environment turns into cold with continuous showers and the scenic views of the valley. All these things make fall in love with the environment. But sometimes, this lovely environment will become violent with natural calamities.
Maximum Temperature : 200 C
Minimum Temperature : 320 C
Festivities : Ropai Jatra, Ghantakarna, Krishna Janmashtami, are the famous festivities of Kathmandu.
Monsoon season is also the best budget season because flight tickets and accommodations will be very cheap during this time. So budget seekers, can plan in this season.
This is all about the climatic conditions of Kathmandu in different seasons. As per your interest, you can make way to Kathmandu. Anyway, always try to visit during autumn or summer seasons because you feel free and comfort to make your trip without risks.