Pokhara Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Pokhara is located near the border with Tibet, in central Nepal. This medium-sized city sits on Lake Phewa and offers spectacular views of the Annapurna Mountains. The surrounding nature is stunning, providing plenty of opportunities for scenic walks. The Annapurna Mountains are truly breathtaking, and if you climb even higher, you’ll get a stunning view of the Himalayas in the background.
Pokhara has a tropical savanna climate, with several months receiving well below 60 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall. Winter and spring are particularly dry, while the summer months bring prolonged heavy rainfall. Due to the high peaks surrounding Pokhara, the city experiences more rainfall than other parts of the region. As the air rises rapidly over the mountains, it cools quickly, causing frequent and intense precipitation. This makes the summer months especially wet.
Monthly Temperature in Pokhara
In Pokhara, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in June to a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in June to 7°C (45°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Pokhara
Pokhara experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 3870 mm (152 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Pokhara bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 943 mm (37 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Pokhara Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Pokhara
In Pokhara, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.6 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Wind Speed in Pokhara
The mean wind speed varies between () and 1 m/s (2 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during April and May. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Pokhara 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Pokhara
The best time to visit Pokhara is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 30°C (86°F). With rainfall of 12 mm (0.5 in) to 145 mm (5.7 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during May, June, July, August and September, the wettest period of the year. Need help choosing your next travel destination? We offer a specialized tool that matches you with locations based on your weather preferences. Explore destinations that suit your climate preferences.
