Mountain town in Koshi Province, Nepal
Namche Bazaar weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Namche Bazaar
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are the trekking seasons, with clearer skies; Oct–Nov is busiest. Jun–Sep monsoon brings cloud and flight delays; Dec–Feb is bitterly cold.
Namche Bazaar weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°4 mm
- Feb5°7 mm
- Mar8°11 mm
- Apr11°19 mm
- May15°46 mm
- Jun19°70 mm
- Jul19°164 mm
- Aug19°144 mm
- Sep17°76 mm
- Oct13°19 mm
- Nov9°2 mm
- Dec6°2 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C39°F | -10°C15°F | 4 mm | 54% | Cold |
| February | 5°C41°F | -8°C17°F | 7 mm | 59% | Cold |
| March | 8°C47°F | -5°C23°F | 11 mm | 65% | Cold |
| April | 11°C53°F | 0°C32°F | 19 mm | 68% | Cool |
| May | 15°C59°F | 4°C39°F | 46 mm | 72% | Cool |
| June | 19°C66°F | 8°C46°F | 70 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| July | 19°C67°F | 11°C51°F | 164 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| August | 19°C66°F | 10°C50°F | 144 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| September | 17°C63°F | 8°C46°F | 76 mm | 82% | Cool |
| October | 13°C55°F | 2°C36°F | 19 mm | 65% | Cool |
| November | 9°C49°F | -3°C26°F | 2 mm | 54% | Cold |
| December | 6°C43°F | -7°C19°F | 2 mm | 48% | Cold |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Namche Bazaar?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are the trekking seasons, with clearer skies; Oct–Nov is busiest. Jun–Sep monsoon brings cloud and flight delays; Dec–Feb is bitterly cold.
When is the rainy season in Namche Bazaar?
Rain peaks in July with about 164 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul.
What is the hottest month in Namche Bazaar?
July, with average highs of 19°C (67°F).
How cold does Namche Bazaar get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -10°C (15°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Nepal Tourism Board
- Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal
- Sagarmatha National Park (DNPWC)
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 9.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.