Nepal Weather Forecast
Nepal weather: 71°F, thunderstorm. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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 71°F (21°C) in Nepal with thunderstorm. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 70°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5/10 - marginal.
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 0,5 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.
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Weather in Nepal right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:54 AM, Aug 6 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Nepal
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 5 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 70° | 100% · 1,4 in | 4 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 6 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 80° / 69° | 100% · 1,1 in | 3 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 7 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 81° / 68° | 100% · 0,6 in | 3 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 8 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 69° | 100% · 0,7 in | 3 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 9 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 79° / 68° | 100% · 0,8 in | 3 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 10 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 76° / 69° | 94% · 2,7 in | 3 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 68° | 88% · 0,3 in | 4 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 12 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 80° / 68° | 96% · 0,5 in | 3 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 13 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 82° / 70° | 98% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 14 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 80° / 70° | 98% · 0,6 in | 4 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 15 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 81° / 69° | 100% · 2,0 in | 3 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Aug 16 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 76° / 70° | 100% · 0,6 in | 4 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Aug 17 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 81° / 69° | 98% · 0,9 in | 5 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Aug 18 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 75° / 69° | 100% · 1,7 in | 2 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Aug 19 | 🌦️ Light showers | 76° / 68° | 100% · 0,8 in | 3 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Aug 20 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 70° / 67° | 100% · 0,2 in | 2 mph | 1 |
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° | 20,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 80° | 68° | 24,1 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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Air quality and pollen in Nepal
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Nepal
Go in February, March, April, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Weather by national park in Nepal
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Weather by unesco world heritage site in Nepal
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Weather by mountain in Nepal
3 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Weather by city in Nepal
1 cities mapped in this atlas
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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 71°F (21°C) with thunderstorm. Humidity is 95% and wind is 3 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 12:54 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 6, 2026 at 12:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
