Nepal weather

By September the downpours of the monsoon are beginning to abate and towards the end of the month it's peak tourist season in Nepal. Earlier in the month there's a high chance of rain, but as the days progress, the weather clears up and days are dry and clear. Temperatures are pleasantly warm, typically in the low 20s, which is perfect for exploring. With the dust and pollution washed away by the rains, those mountain views are at their most epic. Autumn is the ideal time of year to visit As the month progresses, the season kicks into full gear and the trails and teahouses become much busier. After being wet and difficult to reach over the summer, the national parks are accessible again. This is a great time of year to go on a rhino safari and birdwatchers flock to see the many migrating species that rest up here. It's harvest season, so you're likely to see people working hard in the bright green paddy fields. Festivals abound too with the colourful Hindu celebration of Dasain taking centre stage in many communities. Rhinos & Rhododendrons Taking an alternative approach to a classic Nepal combination, this journey contrasts the heady and hectic streets of Kathmandu with the open savannah of Chitwan National Park. Slow down to search for tigers and rhinos amid the wilderness, before strapping up your boots for a light trek between two atmospheric lodges in the Himalayan foothills around Pokhara.

Mountainous Nepal has the highest Himalayan peaks in the world.  Yet, the southern part of the country bordering India along theIndo-Gangetic Plain (known as the Terai) is surprisingly low-lying. This gives Nepal a diverse climate. For trekking, the best time to visit Nepal is during October and November, when it's sunny and warm. However, this is high season, when crowds and prices peak. Spring, from March to May, is also popular. It's the best time to see blooming flowers and wildlife. There are benefits of Nepal receives about 80 percent of its rainfall from June to mid-September, although the amount varies depending on location. Pokhara, in the Western Hills (which are west of Kathmandu albeit in the geographic center of Nepal), has particularly high rainfall—more than 120 inches a year—produced by moisture from monsoon winds as they encounter the Annapurna Range directly to the north. This compares to only 12 inches in the Mustang district, bordering Tibet in the rainshadow of the Himalaya. Kathmandu's average annual rainfall is about 50 inches. High mountain trekking is challenging during winter. Fierce cold and snow (possibly blizzards) cause many lodges to shut. High passes may be blocked too—such as Thorong La on the Annapurna Circuit, Ganja La, Cho La, Renjo La, Kongma La, and Gosainkunda-Lauribina Pass. That's not to say it's impossible to trek the iconic master2/Getty Images Winter Tourists generally avoid visiting Nepal in winter, which is understa...

• • • • • Nepal Weather in May: Overview • Average temperature range: 17–30°C (63–86°F) • Rainfall: 80–360 mm (3–14 inches), depending on location • Rainy days: 10–15 • Sunny days: 15–20 May is the first summer month of the year in Nepal. The weather is generally warm during the daytime and cool at night, with an average daily temperature range of 17°C to 30°C. In highland or mountain areas, nighttime temperatures can drop to around 5–10°C (41-50°F). Rainfall increases in the latter half of May, with occasional rain or thunderstorms towards the end of the month. City Min. Temp. (ºC) Max. Temp. (ºC) Rainfall (mm) Kathmandu 15 28 124 Pokhara 18 30 360 Bharatpur (Chitwan) 17 28 30 Kathmandu (also Patan/Lalitpur): Kathmandu experiences warm and pleasant weather in May. The lowest temperature at night is around 15°C (59°F), and the highest temperature during daytime reaches around 28°C (82°F). Rainfall in May typically lasts for about 12 days with precipitation averaging 124 mm (5 inches). Pokhara: The weather in Pokhara in May is warm and wet with plenty of sunshine in between the cloudbursts. Temperatures range from 18°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), typically. Rainfall in this month is about 360 mm (14 inches), which is very high, with rain on about 17 days. Bharatpur (also Chitwan): Bharatpur is typically warm and sunny in May, with daytime temperatures averaging around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures dropping to around 17°C (62°F). Low rainfall of around 30 mm (1 inch) las...