Visiting Nepal in November - February
From November to February, the temperature is getting lower gradually in most parts of Nepal. The weather is pleasant during the daytime but temperatures drop dramatically at night; especially in the mountain areas. November is also one of the best months to visit as dry days make trekking easier in the north of the country. It is also the best time to visit Chitwan National Park in the southern plains of Nepal. The start of November marks the coming of cooler months and the temperature is pleasant at roughly 77°F with virtually no rainfall. It is a perfect opportunity to see high concentration of wildlife and migrating birds can be seen in this month. When the temperatures going down steadily from November to the coolest month of January with the average temperatures of daytime at around 64°F, you can see wild animals wander around in the park rather than shading from the summer sun. In the late-January, locals would cut the tall elephant grass then it will become much easier for you to spot wild animals from distance.
Visiting Nepal in March - May
March gives the signal of coming of spring, when temperatures rise rapidly. The months of March and April in Chitwan usually remain dry which is still good time for wildlife exploring, but the rainfall will come in May. When days are getting longer and longer from March to May, it marks a perfect time for trekking in the north mountain area of Nepal. During this period rhododendrons bloom that makes your trekking more beautiful. It is a popular time to travel, so plan well in advance.
Events & Festivals
- Holi festival is getting more and more famous all round the world, it is also celebrated in Nepal rather than just in India. You will meet the celebration if you travel to Nepal in March.
- Spring (March – May) is the Rhododendron season. During this period, the colors of the mountain constantly change from reds to pinks and whites due to rhododendron species glow at different elevations.
Visiting Nepal in June - August
The summer months in Nepal are dominated by the annual monsoon. Temperature climbs to 86°F and it is wet with high humidity. The peak of monsoon always occurs in July with generally around 14 inches of rain. Throughout these months landslides are common around the country. This is certainly not a perfect time to trek in Nepal, but city sightseeing is still possible and quieter than peak seasons.
Visiting Nepal in September - October
As the worst of the rainfall comes to and end by September, rain is still very common in the first half of the month, but later, Nepal will welcome beautiful, fresh air and awesome views. October is one of the best months to trek due to the dry days bring good visibility. The verdant landscapes after the rain are ideal for photographers.