Nepal

Nepal Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nepal in August.

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Kathmandu Pokhara Sauraha Rummindei

Planning a getaway to Nepal this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Nepal in August

In August, Nepal experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to very hot and heavy precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Nāmche Bāzār at 10°C (50°F) to very hot in Lumbini at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 29°C (84°F) in Lumbini and 4°C (39°F) in Nāmche Bāzār.

To explore the conditions in Nepal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Muktināth with an average of 231 mm (9.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Pokhara with 830 mm (33 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Kathmandu as an example - it receives around 159 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Nepal in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nepal

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Nepal?

Temperature range in Nepal (August)

Precipitation variation in Nepal (August)

Kathmandu

In August Kathmandu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
159 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
753 mm (30 in)
616 mm (24 in)
336 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kathmandu →

Pokhara

In August Pokhara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
97 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
943 mm (37 in)
830 mm (33 in)
630 mm (25 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
poor
poor
Climate in Pokhara →

Sauraha

In August Sauraha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
568 mm (22 in)
459 mm (18 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sauraha →

Bhaktapur

In August Bhaktapur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
159 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
730 mm (29 in)
594 mm (23 in)
324 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bhaktapur →

Lalitpur

In August Lalitpur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
159 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
745 mm (29 in)
610 mm (24 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lalitpur →

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In our records: Nepal August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Nepal in our climate database (2005 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Nepal brought 356 mm (14 in) in Dhulikhel on August 15, 2014.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nepal in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kathmandu 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 616 mm (24 in)
Pokhara 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 830 mm (33 in)
Sauraha 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 459 mm (18 in)
Rummindei 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 358 mm (14 in)
Bandipur 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 544 mm (21 in)
Lukla 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 441 mm (17 in)

Nepal weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nepal in August?

Nepal typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Kathmandu average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 20°C (68°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nepal in August?

In Kathmandu, the average daytime high in August is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

Does Nepal get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Nepal peaks during August. Kathmandu averages roughly 616 mm (24 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Nepal?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Nepal due to the typically poor weather in Kathmandu.

On average, the best time to visit Nepal is in March, April, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Kathmandu. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Nepal.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Nepal? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Nepal.

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