Katmandu weather in December (Nepal)

Planning a trip to Katmandu in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Katmandu the weather in December is generally perfect, with moderate temperatures and low rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Katmandu in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 23 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 1 day of rainfall is expected.

With around 251 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Katmandu climate page with graphs.

 

Katmandu, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 23 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed  
SunshineSunshine 251 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Nepal in December

Find out more about the weather in Nepal in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Katmandu in December?

For visitors traveling to Katmandu, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Katmandu.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Nepal? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Nepal. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.