Nepal in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How is the climate in Nepal in january? Is it a good time to visit Kathmandu and Patan? Check this with our datas and our opinion on this page.
very bad weather across 35% of the territory tolerable weather across 21% of the territory good weather across 18% of the territory perfect weather across 28% of the territory
Weather in Nepal in january 2023
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
Clear/Sunny
75% of time
18%
5%
2%
Weather at 12pm
65°F
Clear/Sunny
75% of time
15%
7%
4%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
73% of time
16%
8%
2%
Weather at 3am
41°F
79%
15%
5%
3%
Where to go in Nepal in january?
Where to go in Nepal in january: destination map





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.
warning in january the weather is different depending on the city and regions of the country.
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 |
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 |
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 |
Climate in Bandipur 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 quite cold there in january, but it is livable by dressing hot. With 1.3in over 1 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your stay.
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 | 10:34 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Bardia National Park in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 61°F). The climate is quite good in that area in the month of january. With 1.4in over 2 days, rain may be scarce during your holidays.
With a good weather, the month of january is a recommended month to go in Bardia National Park.
January | |||
Average temperature | 61°F | ||
Highest temperature | 70°F | ||
Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
Rainfall | 1.4in | ||
Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
Humidity | 66% | ||
Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
Cloud cover | 12% | ||
Length of day | 10:33 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Nepal in january
Kathmandu in january | good weather |
Pokhara in january | very bad weather |
Annapurna in january | very bad weather |
Bandipur in january | very bad weather |
Bardia National Park in january | good weather |
Bhaktapur in january | tolerable weather |
Bodnath in january | tolerable weather |
Chitwan National Park in january | perfect weather |
Dhangadhi in january | good weather |
Everest in january | very bad weather |
Janakpur in january | perfect weather |
Langtang National Park in january | tolerable weather |
Lukla in january | very bad weather |
Lumbini in january | perfect weather |
Makalu Barun National Park in january | very bad weather |
Nagarkot in january | tolerable weather |
Nepalganj in january | perfect weather |
Patan in january | good weather |
Poon Hill in january | very bad weather |
Chitwan National Park in january | perfect weather |
Rudrapur in january | perfect weather |
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.