Kathmandu weather in May (Nepal)

How is the weather in Kathmandu in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Kathmandu typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. May falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C.

Kathmandu in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 210 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 228 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kathmandu climate page with graphs.

 

Kathmandu, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 210 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 57% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 228 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Katmandu, Nepal (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Nepal in May

Find out more about the weather in Nepal in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Kathmandu in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Nepal? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Nepal. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.