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Pokhara weather in May (Nepal)

Can you expect sunny skies in Pokhara in May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In May, Pokhara typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. May marks the summer season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 19°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Pokhara in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 356 mm for the month. Expect around 5 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 168 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Pokhara. January, February, March, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Pokhara, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 356 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 168 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Nepal in May

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

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In May generally
poor weather
with very high temperatures
and heavy monthly rainfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Nepal, check out our Pokhara's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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