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April is one of the excellent months to visit Katmandu, with daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 92 mm (3.6 in).
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, April is a good time to visit Katmandu.
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33-year average (1984-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Katmandu typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 11°C (52°F) to 15°C (59°F).
33-year average (1984-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Katmandu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Katmandu between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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