Climate of Nepal

The climate of Nepal is influenced by maritime and continental factors, and has four distinct seasons.

Spring lasts from March to May and is warm with rain showers and temperatures around 22°C.

Summer, from June to August, is the monsoon season when the hills turn lush and green. Temperatures can get quite warm, up to 30°C and more during heat waves. During this season, trekking in most of Nepal is difficult and uncomfortable, the trails being very muddy.

Autumn, from September to November, is cool with clear skies and is the most popular season for trekking. Temperatures are not too warm, with daily maxima about 25°C and cool nights with a round of 10°C.

Winter, from December to February, it is cold at night with temperatures sometimes below zero. However, the maximum temperatures can still reach up to 20°C. Then the mountains are covered with snow including some high hills.

Mountains altitude also affects Nepal climate. At different altitudes the climate / temperature vary. It can divide in 5 Zones.