Region in Bagmati Province, Nepal
Chitwan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Chitwan
Oct–Mar is dry; Feb–Mar is warm and good for spotting wildlife. Dec–Jan has morning fog; Apr–Sep is hot, humid and wet with flooded trails.
Chitwan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan22°13 mm
- Feb27°20 mm
- Mar33°24 mm
- Apr38°38 mm
- May39°104 mm
- Jun37°220 mm
- Jul33°363 mm
- Aug32°281 mm
- Sep31°202 mm
- Oct30°57 mm
- Nov26°3 mm
- Dec23°5 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C72°F | 10°C50°F | 13 mm | 47% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C80°F | 13°C56°F | 20 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C91°F | 18°C64°F | 24 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| April | 38°C100°F | 23°C73°F | 38 mm | 28% | Very hot |
| May | 39°C102°F | 26°C78°F | 104 mm | 39% | Very hot |
| June | 37°C99°F | 27°C81°F | 220 mm | 57% | Very hot |
| July | 33°C91°F | 26°C79°F | 363 mm | 80% | Very wet |
| August | 32°C90°F | 26°C78°F | 281 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| September | 31°C88°F | 24°C76°F | 202 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C85°F | 21°C69°F | 57 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C80°F | 16°C60°F | 3 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| December | 23°C73°F | 12°C53°F | 5 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Chitwan?
Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov. Oct–Mar is dry; Feb–Mar is warm and good for spotting wildlife. Dec–Jan has morning fog; Apr–Sep is hot, humid and wet with flooded trails.
When is the rainy season in Chitwan?
Rain peaks in July with about 363 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Chitwan?
May, with average highs of 39°C (102°F).
How cold does Chitwan get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 10°C (50°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation
- Nepal Tourism Board
- Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.