Monthly climate guide
Pokhara weather in March
With highs near 11°C (52°F) and lows around -2°C (29°F), March feels cool in Pokhara. Rainfall averages about 46 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than February and 3°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Just 150 km apart, but Pokhara runs about 14°C cooler than Kathmandu this month.
- Rain is well below Pokhara's usual level (around 68% less).
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -2°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 13°C, so pack a layer.
Avg high
11°C
52°F
Avg low
-2°C
29°F
Rainfall
46 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
60%
relative
Sky
63%
cloud · often cloudy
Pokhara weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | -5°C / 23°F | 23 mm | 57% | 60% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 25°F | 28 mm | 59% | 65% |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | -2°C / 29°F | 46 mm | 60% | 63% |
| April | 14°C / 58°F | 3°C / 37°F | 67 mm | 61% | 69% |
| May | 17°C / 62°F | 6°C / 43°F | 146 mm | 65% | 70% |
| June | 18°C / 65°F | 10°C / 49°F | 284 mm | 79% | 79% |
| July | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 53°F | 451 mm | 91% | 92% |
| August | 17°C / 63°F | 11°C / 52°F | 327 mm | 90% | 88% |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | 10°C / 50°F | 246 mm | 89% | 75% |
| October | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 76 mm | 78% | 59% |
| November | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 34°F | 3 mm | 62% | 55% |
| December | 8°C / 47°F | -2°C / 29°F | 7 mm | 52% | 53% |
What to pack for March
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Pokhara?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Pokhara →Other Nepal cities in March
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Pokhara in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Pokhara?
March is cool in Pokhara, with highs around 11°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Pokhara in March?
Average highs are about 11°C (52°F) and average lows about -2°C (29°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Pokhara in March?
Pokhara typically gets around 46 mm of rain in March — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Pokhara (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.