Kathmandu in February
Good time to visit
February delivers consistently good weather before the spring rush arrives. The city gets dusty, but those Himalayan sunrise views from Nagarkot make up for it.
Weather
February continues the dry season with warm, sunny days and cool nights. Dust starts building up in the valley as the dry spell extends. Mountain visibility remains excellent most days.
21°C high4°C low2 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$48/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Shivaratri
- •Losar (Tibetan New Year)
February Tips
- •Visit Pashupatinath during Shivaratri for the massive festival crowds
- •Dust masks help with air quality in the valley
- •Perfect month for trekking in lower elevations
All Months
October through December brings clear mountain views and perfect trekking weather. Temperatures hover around 20°C during the day, dropping to 5°C at night. March through May works too, though it gets dusty and hazy before monsoon season hits. Avoid June through September — the rain turns streets into rivers and mountain views disappear behind clouds. Winter months (January-February) can be surprisingly cold, especially at night, but you'll have temples mostly to yourself. Book accommodations ahead during October peak season, or you might end up sleeping on someone's rooftop.
Kathmandu Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
5/10
Families
5/10
Adventure
9/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
4/10
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