Katmandu weather in May (Nepal)
What's the typical weather in Katmandu, Nepal for May? Here’s everything you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
May in Katmandu generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. May is a notable month of the summer season. Daytime maximum temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C.
Precipitation
Katmandu in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. Typically around 6 days of rainfall are expected.
Average sunshine
There are approximately 228 hours of sunshine this month, despite being the rainy season. Rain often arrives in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, it could still be a nice time to visit.
Average windspeed
Wind speeds average 1 m/s during May. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.For Katmandu itself, March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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Katmandu, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
26°C
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
209 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
57%
Windspeed
1 m/s
Sunshine
228 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Nepal in May
Find out more about the weather in Nepal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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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?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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