Annapurna region

Annapurna region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Annapurna region, Nepal in December.

Thinking about venturing to Annapurna region, Nepal this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Annapurna region in December

Annapurna region, Nepal is a region in Nepal. In December, Annapurna region experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Muktināth at -2°C (28°F) to pleasant in Pokhara at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Pokhara and -15°C (5°F) in Muktināth.

To explore the conditions in Annapurna region, Nepal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Pokhara with an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Jomsom with 31 mm (1.2 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Pokhara typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Pokhara enjoys approximately 220 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Annapurna region by month

Best Places to Visit in Annapurna region in December

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

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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 Annapurna region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Annapurna region, Nepal?

Temperature range in Annapurna region (December)

Precipitation variation in Annapurna region (December)

Pokhara

In December Pokhara generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
220 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions

Muktināth

In December Muktināth generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
220 hours
205 hours
Monthly snowfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
25 mm (1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Jomsom

In December Jomsom generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
220 hours
205 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Annapurna region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pokhara 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Muktināth -2°C (28°F) -15°C (5°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Jomsom 0°C (32°F) -14°C (7°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)

Annapurna region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Annapurna region, Nepal in December?

In December, Annapurna region, Nepal generally has perfect weather conditions. Pokhara sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Annapurna region, Nepal in December?

In Pokhara, the average daytime high in December is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Annapurna region, Nepal get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Annapurna region, Nepal. Pokhara averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Annapurna region, Nepal?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Annapurna region, Nepal. Typically, the climate in Pokhara is tolerable. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Pokhara. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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