The best times to visit Nagarkot for ideal weather are

February 19th to May 27th

or

September 24th to December 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Nagarkot Travel Info

Weather in Nagarkot

Temperature

Average temperatures in Nagarkot vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Nagarkot, the hottest months are June, July, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early June where highs are regularly around 86.8°F (30.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.1°F (19.5°C) at night.

Nagarkot Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Nagarkot Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Nagarkot Perceived Temperature (F)

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Nagarkot Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Nagarkot Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 66.1 51.8 38
Feb 70.9 56.7 42.3
Mar 77.4 64.3 49.5
Apr 83.1 70.7 55.7
May 84.1 73.7 61.7
Jun 85.6 77 68.1
Jul 83.8 75.7 69.1
Aug 84.2 75.2 68.6
Sep 83.3 73.8 66.2
Oct 80.1 69.1 58
Nov 73.1 60.9 48.3
Dec 67 53.4 40.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18.9 11 3.3
Feb 21.6 13.7 5.7
Mar 25.2 17.9 9.7
Apr 28.4 21.5 13.2
May 28.9 23.2 16.5
Jun 29.8 25 20.1
Jul 28.8 24.3 20.6
Aug 29 24 20.3
Sep 28.5 23.2 19
Oct 26.7 20.6 14.4
Nov 22.8 16.1 9.1
Dec 19.4 11.9 4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Nagarkot are November, December, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Nagarkot? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Nagarkot.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Nagarkot (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 2% 0 0.2
Feb 5% 0 0.7
Mar 7% 0 1.1
Apr 6% 0 0.5
May 13% 0 2.8
Jun 29% 0 5
Jul 52% 0 11
Aug 53% 0 12
Sep 31% 0 7.9
Oct 9% 0 1.6
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 1% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.5
Feb 5 0 1.8
Mar 7 0 2.8
Apr 6 0 1.3
May 13 0 7.1
Jun 29 0 12.7
Jul 52 0 27.9
Aug 53 0 30.5
Sep 31 0 20.1
Oct 9 0 4.1
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 1 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Nagarkot has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (43.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (75.5%).

Wind in Nagarkot is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 3.8 knots (4.4 MPH or 7.1 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 11.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Nagarkot.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.1 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.8 Gentle breeze
May 3.7 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 2.8 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.6 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.1 Barely noticeable 6.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 1.9 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.2%
Feb 51.7%
Mar 45.1%
Apr 43.2%
May 50.7%
Jun 63%
Jul 74.4%
Aug 75.5%
Sep 72.5%
Oct 63.1%
Nov 60%
Dec 58.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Nagarkot?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Nepal; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 17, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Nagarkot, Nepal is April, followed by May and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Nagarkot in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 77.5 in October means 77.5% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Nagarkot Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 73.1°F (22.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 9 to 17 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Nagarkot, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84°F (28.9°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 0 to 9 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Nagarkot to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 73.3°F (22.9°C) and 65.2°F (18.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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