Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Nepal this December.
Nepal, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from -2°C (28°F) in Manang to 26°C (79°F) in Janakpur. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Janakpur and -14°C (7°F) in Manang. During December, winter is in full swing.
Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Nepal on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.
Expect daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Kathmandu. That makes December a pleasant month for Nepal.
After dark, Kathmandu cools to about 7°C (45°F) on an average December night.
Based on our systematic data collection, Janakpur has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 26°C (79°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 12°C (54°F).
According to our data, Manang holds the title for the coldest city in Nepal in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately -2°C (28°F) and drops to lows of about -14°C (7°F) during the night.
The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 251 hours of sunshine in Kathmandu. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.
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