City in Nepal

Current Local Time in Kathmandu

Current local time and time zone in Kathmandu, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌤️ 74°F now🕔 3:48 PM local📅 Best: February, March, April, November and December👥 1.5 million

Current local time in Kathmandu

3:48 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAsia/Kathmandu
UTC offsetUTC+05:45
UTC now10:03 AM
Sunrise5:38 AM
Sunset6:34 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:38 AM
Sunset6:34 PM
Daylight12h 56m
Solar noon12:06 PM
Golden hour (am)5:38 AM - 6:38 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:34 PM - 6:34 PM
Blue hour (am)5:08 AM - 5:38 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:34 PM - 7:04 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 74%
Moonrise3:25 PM
Moonset12:55 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Kathmandu

TypeCity
CountryNepal
ContinentAsia
Coordinates27°43′1.9″N 85°19′26.4″E (27.7172, 85.324)
Population1.500.000
Known forDurbar squares and Himalaya trekking base
Local time3:48 PM (UTC+05:45)
Best monthsFebruary, March, April, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Local time by airport in Kathmandu

1 airports mapped in this atlas

Summary

Kathmandu is a city in Nepal. Kathmandu is known for Durbar squares and Himalaya trekking base. It has a population of about 1.5 million.

Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Kathmandu with mainly clear. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 68°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit Kathmandu 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, Mount Everest and Annapurna.

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 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Kathmandu today at 9.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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Coordinates: 27°43′1.9″N 85°19′26.4″E (27.7172, 85.324)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is a city in Nepal. Its coordinates are 27.7172, 85.324. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in Kathmandu right now?

It is currently 74°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?

February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Kathmandu, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Kathmandu in?

Kathmandu observes Asia/Kathmandu (UTC+05:45). The local time is 3:48 PM.

How many people live in Kathmandu?

Kathmandu has a population of approximately 1.5 million.

What is the nearest airport to Kathmandu?

The closest airports are Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 3 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Kathmandu?

Popular options include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Mount Everest, Annapurna, Kangchenjunga and Ganges River.

What places are in Kathmandu?

Kathmandu covers 1 places in this atlas, including Tribhuvan International Airport.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 3:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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