Nepal weather in October
Considering a trip to Nepal this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Nepal in October?
Nepal has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Muktināth at 5°C to very warm in Rummindei at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Rummindei and -7°C in Muktināth.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bardiyā with an average of 27 mm to heavy rainfall in Pokhara with 180 mm. Meanwhile, Kathmandu enjoys close to 251 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Nepal, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Nepal's yearly weather, check out our Nepal climate page.
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Average weather in Kathmandu
In October Kathmandu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Pokhara
In October Pokhara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Sauraha
In October Sauraha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Bhaktapur
In October Bhaktapur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Lalitpur
In October Lalitpur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Nepal?
We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Nepal. Typically, the climate in Kathmandu is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
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.
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