Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
April, October, May
January, June, July, August, September
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Nepal for hiking is April, October, May, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
Climate Heatmap
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Nepal, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Nepal
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 20 |
February | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 30 |
March | 83Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 40 |
April | 99Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 53 |
May | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 96 |
June | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 213 |
July | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 364 |
August | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 300 |
September | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 17° | 204 |
October | 96Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 61 |
November | 77Good Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 10 |
December | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 16 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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