Katmandu weather in January (Nepal)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Katmandu this January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
The month of January in Katmandu typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 16°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 5°C. The temperatures this month are milder, providing a comfortable and warm experience.
Precipitation
Katmandu in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 2 days with rain.Average sunshine
With approximately 221 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Katmandu climate page with graphs.
Katmandu, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
6%
Precipitation
44 mm
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
Sunshine
221 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Nepal in January
Find out more about the weather in Nepal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site 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 travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
