Monthly climate guide
Kathmandu weather in October
October in Kathmandu is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 23°C (74°F) and night-time lows near 16°C (61°F). The month usually brings about 43 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than September and 3°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Rain is well below Kathmandu's usual level (around 57% less).
- Just 150 km apart, but Kathmandu runs about 10°C warmer than Pokhara this month.
- In Kathmandu, October is mid-autumn.
Avg high
23°C
74°F
Avg low
16°C
61°F
Rainfall
43 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
46%
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 October
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October 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 October
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Kathmandu in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Kathmandu?
October is a reasonable time for Kathmandu: highs around 23°C and about 43 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Kathmandu in October?
Average highs are about 23°C (74°F) and average lows about 16°C (61°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kathmandu in October?
Kathmandu typically gets around 43 mm of rain in October — fairly 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.