Monthly climate guide
Kathmandu weather in February
Expect mild weather in Kathmandu in February: afternoons reach about 21°C (69°F), while nights drop to around 9°C (48°F). Around 17 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than January and 4°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- Just 150 km apart, but Kathmandu runs about 13°C warmer than Pokhara this month.
- Rain is well below Kathmandu's usual level (around 83% less).
- February brings late winter to Kathmandu.
- It warms up quickly from here: by March highs are about 4°C higher.
Avg high
21°C
69°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
17 mm
very dry
Humidity
45%
relative
Sky
44%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Kathmandu weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 44°F | 9 mm | 51% | 42% |
| February | 21°C / 69°F | 9°C / 48°F | 17 mm | 45% | 44% |
| March | 25°C / 76°F | 13°C / 55°F | 26 mm | 41% | 44% |
| April | 28°C / 83°F | 16°C / 61°F | 43 mm | 42% | 54% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 19°C / 66°F | 99 mm | 48% | 62% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 21°C / 70°F | 182 mm | 67% | 76% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 304 mm | 87% | 92% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 20°C / 69°F | 259 mm | 88% | 87% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 19°C / 67°F | 200 mm | 88% | 76% |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 16°C / 61°F | 43 mm | 77% | 46% |
| November | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 54°F | 4 mm | 64% | 32% |
| December | 18°C / 65°F | 9°C / 48°F | 4 mm | 54% | 34% |
What to pack for February
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is February a good time to visit Kathmandu?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kathmandu →Other Nepal cities in February
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Kathmandu in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Kathmandu?
Yes. February is one of the best months for Kathmandu, with highs around 21°C and about 17 mm of rain.
How warm is Kathmandu in February?
Average highs are about 21°C (69°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kathmandu in February?
Kathmandu typically gets around 17 mm of rain in February — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kathmandu (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.