Asia · Climate guide
Best time to visit Nepal
The best time to visit Nepal is Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Feb, May, Dec are also good.
Nepal weather by month
Clear trekking skies and mild valleys.
- Jan: Not ideal
- Feb: Good
- Mar: Ideal
- Apr: Ideal
- May: Good
- Jun: Not ideal
- Jul: Not ideal
- Aug: Not ideal
- Sep: Not ideal
- Oct: Ideal
- Nov: Ideal
- Dec: Good
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Good | 67 countries |
| March | Ideal | 64 countries |
| April | Ideal | 62 countries |
| May | Good | 83 countries |
| June | Not ideal | 85 countries |
| July | Not ideal | 51 countries |
| August | Not ideal | 52 countries |
| September | Not ideal | 84 countries |
| October | Ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Ideal | 50 countries |
| December | Good | 51 countries |
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Cost of a month in Nepal
Budget-friendly. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $1,200–$1,800 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
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Questions about visiting Nepal
When is the best time to visit Nepal?
The best time to visit Nepal for weather is Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Clear trekking skies and mild valleys.
Which months should I avoid in Nepal?
Jan, Jun–Sep are the least comfortable months in Nepal, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting Nepal outside the best months?
Often, yes. Feb, May, Dec are still good months in Nepal, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in Nepal cost?
Nepal is budget-friendly for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $1,200–$1,800, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as Nepal?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Bhutan, Japan, Pakistan, Taiwan.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.