Weather in October in Nepal
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.
Temperatures
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.
Precipitation
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.Average sunshine
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.
Where to go in Nepal in October
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Nepal?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Nepal.
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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