Nepal

Nepal Weather in February

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

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Planning a getaway to Nepal this February 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 February

The weather in Nepal in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Muktināth at -6°C (21°F) to warm in Janakpur at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Janakpur and -18°C (0°F) in Muktināth.

For specific regional insights in Nepal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lumbini with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in Deorāli with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Kathmandu sees close to 250 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Nepal in February

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Nepal?

Temperature range in Nepal (February)

Precipitation variation in Nepal (February)

Kathmandu

In February Kathmandu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
250 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kathmandu →

Pokhara

In February Pokhara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
207 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Pokhara →

Sauraha

In February Sauraha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sauraha →

Bhaktapur

In February Bhaktapur generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
250 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bhaktapur →

Lalitpur

In February Lalitpur generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
250 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Lalitpur →

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kathmandu 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Pokhara 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Sauraha 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Rummindei 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Bandipur 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Lukla 2°C (36°F) -12°C (10°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

Nepal weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nepal in February?

Expect pleasant weather across Nepal in February. The popular destination of Kathmandu averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Nepal in February?

Kathmandu averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Nepal get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nepal during February, with Kathmandu averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Nepal?

In our opinion, February is a good time to visit Nepal with overall pleasant weather in Kathmandu. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Kathmandu. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Nepal.

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