Average Weather during May in Kathmandu, Nepal

The average minimum temperature (usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night) in Kathmandu in May is 16.0°C (60.8°F). The amount of rain in May is high with an average of 90mm (3.5in). The average maximum temperature lies around 30.0°C (86°F). You will see the sun occasionally during this month, it has 177 hours of sun.

So what to wear in May? Visitors traveling to Kathmandu should plan on bringing a totally waterproof rain jacket since it will often be raining. Also bring your shorts or a skirt because it can be very warm or even hot.

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For other monthly average weather and what to do in May look at the numbers below.

Monthly Averages

Show in Fahrenheit

Min Temperature 16 °C

Max Temperature 30 °C

Chance of Rain 33%

Precipitation 90mm

Rainy Days 10

Sunshine Hours 177

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in .

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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