Weather in April in Nepal
Are you planning a trip a to Nepal in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Nepal in April?
Nepal offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In April, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Muktināth at 1°C to very hot in Rummindei at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Rummindei and -11°C in Muktināth.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Rummindei with an average of 16 mm to high rainfall in Pokhara with 158 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 232 hours of sunshine in Kathmandu. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For specific regional insights in Nepal for April, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Nepal climate page.
Where to go in Nepal in April
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Nepal?
Kathmandu
In April Kathmandu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Pokhara
In April Pokhara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Sauraha
In April Sauraha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Bhaktapur
In April Bhaktapur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Lalitpur
In April Lalitpur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Nepal?
We believe that April is one of the best times to visit Nepal with overall perfect weather in Kathmandu. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, March, April, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Kathmandu. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
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