Town in Lumbini Province, Nepal
Lumbini weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lumbini
Oct–Mar is dry and mild; Nov–Jan has cold mornings and fog. Apr–Jun is very hot; Jun–Sep monsoon is humid. Buddha Jayanti (May) brings large crowds.
Lumbini weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan22°17 mm
- Feb27°23 mm
- Mar33°18 mm
- Apr39°20 mm
- May41°67 mm
- Jun39°217 mm
- Jul34°417 mm
- Aug33°301 mm
- Sep32°200 mm
- Oct31°55 mm
- Nov27°2 mm
- Dec23°5 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C72°F | 10°C49°F | 17 mm | 47% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C81°F | 13°C55°F | 23 mm | 41% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C92°F | 18°C64°F | 18 mm | 31% | Hot |
| April | 39°C102°F | 24°C75°F | 20 mm | 25% | Very hot |
| May | 41°C105°F | 27°C80°F | 67 mm | 33% | Very hot |
| June | 39°C103°F | 28°C83°F | 217 mm | 50% | Very hot |
| July | 34°C93°F | 27°C80°F | 417 mm | 77% | Very wet |
| August | 33°C91°F | 26°C79°F | 301 mm | 82% | Very wet |
| September | 32°C89°F | 25°C76°F | 200 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| October | 31°C87°F | 21°C69°F | 55 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C81°F | 16°C60°F | 2 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| December | 23°C74°F | 11°C52°F | 5 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lumbini?
Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov. Oct–Mar is dry and mild; Nov–Jan has cold mornings and fog. Apr–Jun is very hot; Jun–Sep monsoon is humid. Buddha Jayanti (May) brings large crowds.
When is the rainy season in Lumbini?
Rain peaks in July with about 417 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Lumbini?
May, with average highs of 41°C (105°F).
How cold does Lumbini get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 10°C (49°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Lumbini Development Trust
- 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 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.