2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Kathmandu in February

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

February is a good time to visit Kathmandu. Kathmandu has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 16°C, lows of 7°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

16°C

Avg Low

7°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

11.2h

Is February a good time to visit Kathmandu?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:42 AM

Sunset

5:55 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 14°C 6°C 8 Good
February 16°C 7°C 11 Good
March 20°C 10°C 17 Excellent (best)
April 23°C 13°C 20 Excellent (best)
May 24°C 16°C 29 Excellent (best)
June 25°C 19°C 29 Wet
July 25°C 21°C 31 Wet
August 26°C 20°C 31 Wet
September 25°C 19°C 29 Wet
October 25°C 16°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 21°C 10°C 0 Excellent (best)
December 18°C 7°C 0 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for February

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is February a good time to visit Kathmandu? +

February is typically Good for visiting Kathmandu, with average highs of 16°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Kathmandu in February? +

With highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Kathmandu in February? +

Kathmandu typically sees around 11 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Kathmandu in February? +

In February, Kathmandu gets approximately 11.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Kathmandu? +

No, February is not peak season in Kathmandu. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Kathmandu? +

The best months to visit Kathmandu are March, April, May, October, November, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Kathmandu)

Last Updated: January 2026

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