Kathmandu Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Kathmandu, Nepal in January

🌡️ Avg high
17°C
🌙 Avg low
4°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~5 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

January in Kathmandu at a glance

January in Kathmandu is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 17°C and nights near 4°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Kathmandu.

Rainfall is light in January: roughly 5 mm across the whole month.

What to pack for Kathmandu in January

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Is January a good time to visit Kathmandu?

🧳 January is a workable time to visit Kathmandu, with mild days - just pack accordingly.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Kathmandu are usually March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.

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FAQ

How hot is Kathmandu in January?

In January, Kathmandu averages a daytime high of about 17°C and a night-time low of around 4°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Kathmandu in January?

Rainfall is light in January: roughly 5 mm across the whole month.

Is January a good time to visit Kathmandu?

January is a workable time to visit Kathmandu, with mild days - just pack accordingly. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Kathmandu are usually March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.