Katmandu weather in December (Nepal)
Is Katmandu, Nepal a good destination in December, weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
The weather in Katmandu during December is typically perfect, with moderate temperatures and low rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. On average, the daytime often sees temperatures reaching 18°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 7°C.
Precipitation
Katmandu in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 23 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect the least amount of rain during the year. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around a single day will experience rain.
Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 251 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny moments. This makes it a great month for sightseeing.
Average windspeed
Average wind conditions reach 0 m/s in December. This results in mostly calm, still weather and is ideal for most activities. While this is an average, conditions can vary slightly from completely calm to occasionally breezy days.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Katmandu.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Nepal, check out our Katmandu's climate page.
Katmandu, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Chance of Rain
3%
Precipitation
23 mm
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
80%
Windspeed
0 m/s
Sunshine
251 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Nepal in December
Find out more about the weather in Nepal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Nepal, check out our Katmandu's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Katmandu, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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