Weather in Nepal in january 2025

Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in Nepal. These predictions are probabilities for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.

Average weather in january in Kathmandu

good weather

Weather at 6am
52°F

Partly Cloudy

18%

Moderate rain at times

5%

Cloudy

2%

Weather at 12pm
65°F

Partly Cloudy

15%

Moderate rain at times

7%

Heavy rain

4%

Weather at 6pm
49°F

Partly Cloudy

16%

Moderate rain at times

8%

Cloudy

2%

Weather at 3am
41°F

Clear/Sunny

79%

Partly Cloudy

15%

Moderate rain at times

5%

Cloudy

3%

More information about the weather in Kathmandu in january



Where to go in Nepal in january?

Where to go in Nepal in january: destination map

Legend: perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad

Where to go in each region in january?

Himalayas
(Annapurna, Lukla, Simikot...)
very bad weather*
Middle Hills of Nepal
(Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhankuta...)
tolerable weather*
Tarai (South)
(Biratnagar, Janakpur, Dhangadhi...)
perfect weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in Nepal in january when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Nepal in january ranges from perfect to very bad depending on the region and city.

On the month of january the weather is just perfect in Nepal, however, only part of the territory is concerned, ie cities of Royal Chitwan National Park and Rudrapur. In these places, these perfect weather conditions will allow you to enjoy 100% your holidays: the sun is here, rainfall is scarce and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to these cities!

Apart from of Royal Chitwan National Park and Rudrapur, the weather is still favorable in Patan and Kathmandu. In these cities, temperatures are pleasing and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.

If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the city of Nepalganj have a ok but correct weather for that in january. Finally, we advise you to avoid you get in Pokhara, Everest and Lukla that month because the climate is pretty bad.


Climate in Nepal in january

Climate in Kathmandu in january

In january, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is relatively fresh there in january, but it is liveable by dressing cosy. With 1in over 2 days, it rains very little for your trip.
With good weather conditions, the month of january is an advisable month to go in this city in Nepal.

January
Average temperature 58°F
Highest temperature 65°F
Lowest temperature 50°F
Rainfall 1in
Number of days with rainfall 2 day(s)
(6%)
Humidity 66%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 11%
Length of day 10:35
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Kathmandu in january

Climate in Annapurna in january

In january, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 41°F (for an average temperature of 49°F). The climate is fairly fresh there in the month of january, but it is livable by dressing warm. With just 1.3in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your trip.

January
Average temperature 49°F
Highest temperature 54°F
Lowest temperature 41°F
Rainfall 1.3in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(5%)
Humidity 56%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 13%
Length of day 10:31
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Annapurna in january

Climate in Pokhara in january

In january, the mean temperature in Pokhara is 49°F (maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is relatively cold around this city in this month, but it is liveable by dressing cosy. With about 1.3in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your trip.
With a bad weather, january is not the best time to go in this city.

January
Average temperature 49°F
Highest temperature 54°F
Lowest temperature 41°F
Rainfall 1.3in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(5%)
Humidity 56%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 13%
Length of day 10:33
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Pokhara in january

Climate in Biratnagar in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Biratnagar is 70°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 65°F). The climate is enjoyable in this city in the month of january. It almost never rains during this month. You will not get wet for your stay!
With a perfect climate, january is an advisable month to go in this locality.

January
Average temperature 70°F
Highest temperature 77°F
Lowest temperature 65°F
Rainfall 0.2in
Number of days with rainfall 0 day(s)
(1%)
Humidity 55%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 9%
Length of day 10:40
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net perfect
more information about the climate in Biratnagar in january

Climate in Dhangadhi in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Dhangadhi is 59°F (maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is pleasant in this city in this month. With barely 1.9in over 2 days, it rains very little throughout your vacations.
With a good climate, january is an advisable month to go in Dhangadhi in Nepal.

January
Average temperature 59°F
Highest temperature 68°F
Lowest temperature 50°F
Rainfall 1.9in
Number of days with rainfall 2 day(s)
(6%)
Humidity 57%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 13%
Length of day 10:31
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Dhangadhi in january


All cities in Nepal in january

Kathmandu in januarygood weather
Annapurna in januaryvery bad weather
Pokhara in januaryvery bad weather
Biratnagar in januaryperfect weather
Dhangadhi in januarygood weather
Dhankuta in januarygood weather
Janakpur in januaryperfect weather
Lukla in januaryvery bad weather
Simikot in januaryvery bad weather
Bandipur in januaryvery bad weather
Bardia National Park in januarygood weather
Bhaktapur in januarytolerable weather
Bodnath in januarytolerable weather
Chitwan National Park in januaryperfect weather
Everest in januaryvery bad weather
Langtang National Park in januarytolerable weather
Lumbini in januaryperfect weather
Makalu Barun National Park in januaryvery bad weather
Nagarkot in januarytolerable weather
Nepalganj in januaryperfect weather
Patan in januarygood weather
See full list of cities (28)



Weather data for Nepal in january:

Weather data for Nepal in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Nepal. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Nepal can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Nepal.


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