Geography of Nepal
Geography of Nepal: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Nepal
Ganges River is 219 mi to the south-west, Bhutan is 265 mi to the east, Bangladesh is 416 mi to the south-east and Taj Mahal is 448 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 27°43′1.9″N 85°19′26.4″E (27.7172, 85.324)
Quick facts about Nepal
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 27°43′1.9″N 85°19′26.4″E (27.7172, 85.324) |
| Capital | Kathmandu |
| Population | 30.000.000 |
| Area | 56.827 sq mi |
| ISO code | NP |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | NPL |
| Currency | Nepalese rupee (NPR) |
| Languages | Nepali |
| Calling code | +977 |
| Time zone | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Local time | 1:26 PM (UTC+05:45) |
| Best months | February, March, April, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by national park in Nepal
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Nepal
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Nepal
3 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Nepal
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Nepal is a country in Asia. Nepal is a country in Asia with its capital at Kathmandu. It has a population of about 30 million. The capital is Kathmandu.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Nepal with thunderstorm. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 70°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Nepal is February, March, April, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), about 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Annapurna and Kangchenjunga.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Nepal today at 9.7/10. Visibility is down to 1,6 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Nepal month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64° | 41° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 67° | 45° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 73° | 52° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 80° | 59° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 79° | 62° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 82° | 67° | 12,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 81° | 69° | 28,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 80° | 68° | 18,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 80° | 66° | 13,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 75° | 59° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 70° | 51° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 65° | 44° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nepal?
Nepal is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 27.7172, 85.324. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Nepal right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with thunderstorm. Humidity is 78% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nepal?
February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Nepal, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nepal in?
Nepal observes Asia/Kathmandu (UTC+05:45). The local time is 1:26 PM.
How many people live in Nepal?
Nepal has a population of approximately 30 million.
What is the nearest airport to Nepal?
The closest airports are Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 3 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Nepal?
Popular options include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Annapurna, Kangchenjunga, Mount Everest and Ganges River.
What places are in Nepal?
Nepal covers 6 places in this atlas, including Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Annapurna, Kangchenjunga, Kathmandu and Mount Everest.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 1:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
