Weather radar Kathmandu
Real-time precipitation radar · Bagmati · Nepal
Kathmandu climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Kathmandu shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 16.7° | 19.2° | 23.5° | 26.8° | 25.7° | 27.2° | 27.4° | 27° | 27.3° | 25.1° | 21.8° | 18.7° |
| Avg low (°C) | 7.3° | 8.5° | 12.5° | 15.3° | 17.8° | 20.7° | 21.8° | 21.6° | 20.8° | 17° | 12.3° | 8.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 18 | 38 | 54 | 58 | 271 | 492 | 694 | 638 | 447 | 232 | 27 | 21 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 7 | 12 | 10 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 16 | 7 | 4 |
| Sunshine hours | 284 | 281 | 329 | 338 | 334 | 262 | 192 | 185 | 222 | 269 | 290 | 284 |
| Humidity | 77% | 73% | 66% | 58% | 78% | 86% | 89% | 90% | 87% | 82% | 81% | 79% |
Best time to visit Kathmandu
The best time to visit Kathmandu is typically December. In this month the average high is 18.7°C, precipitation is 21 mm and sunshine duration is 284 hours. The annual average high is 23.9°C, total annual precipitation is 2990 mm (205 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3270 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kathmandu
How up to date is the weather radar for Kathmandu?
The weather radar for Kathmandu is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Kathmandu?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Kathmandu: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Kathmandu?
The thunderstorm potential for Kathmandu is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Kathmandu.
What is the climate like in Kathmandu?
Kathmandu has an annual average high of 23.9°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 27.4°C), the coldest January (avg low 7.3°C). The wettest month is July with 694 mm, the driest January with 18 mm. Total annual precipitation is 2990 mm (205 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3270 hours.
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