Nepal

Nepal Weather in March

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

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Kathmandu Pokhara Sauraha Rummindei

Are you planning a trip a to Nepal in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Nepal in March

Nepal offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Muktināth at -3°C (27°F) to very warm in Janakpur at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Janakpur and -15°C (5°F) in Muktināth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nepal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lumbini with an average of 8 mm (0.3 in) to high rainfall in Kāskī with 108 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Kathmandu sees close to 260 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Nepal in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nepal.

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Nepal?

Temperature range in Nepal (March)

Precipitation variation in Nepal (March)

Kathmandu

In March Kathmandu 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 perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
260 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kathmandu →

Pokhara

In March Pokhara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
229 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Pokhara →

Sauraha

In March Sauraha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
31°C (88°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Sauraha →

Bhaktapur

In March Bhaktapur 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 perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
260 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bhaktapur →

Lalitpur

In March Lalitpur 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 perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
260 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lalitpur →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kathmandu 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Pokhara 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Sauraha 31°C (88°F) 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Rummindei 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Bandipur 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Lukla 5°C (41°F) -8°C (18°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

Nepal weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nepal in March?

Expect perfect weather across Nepal in March. The popular destination of Kathmandu averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Nepal in March?

Average temperatures in Nepal during March range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Kathmandu.

Does Nepal get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Nepal. Kathmandu averages only about 57 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Nepal?

We believe that March 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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