Month guide · Kathmandu · Nepal
Kathmandu in April
What April is really like in Kathmandu: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 12.8 hours of daylight. Warm days and occasional afternoon storms; Nepali New Year brings festivals in Bhaktapur.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 2nd-warmest month in Kathmandu: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 30 days. Compared with March (25°C (77°F)), April is warmer; by May highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 05:39
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:28
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
Autumn (October–November). Clear skies, comfortable days and the main festival and trekking season; the busiest and most expensive time.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is October at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in October). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Bisket Jatra in Bhaktapur — Nepali New Year chariot festival (usually mid-April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Street · Freak Street and Durbar Square
Freak Street
Jhochhen Tole, the short lane leading south from Basantapur, earned its nickname as the end point of the 1960s and 1970s hippie trail.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Off the beaten path
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Neighbourhood · Thamel
Thamel
Compare prices across several shops before buying trekking gear, and check stitching and zips carefully.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- After dark
- Food
Religious site · Swayambhu
Swayambhunath
On a wooded hill west of the city, this ancient stupa painted with the all-seeing eyes of the Buddha is surrounded by shrines, prayer wheels and resident monkeys, which give it its nickname, the Monkey Temple.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- History
- Photo spot
- Kids
Garden · Thamel
Garden of Dreams
Bring a book for an hour's escape from Thamel's traffic.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Couples
- Outdoors
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 11°C and 6 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Kathmandu?
One of the best months to visit Kathmandu, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March and October–December. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Kathmandu?
It is one of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Warm days and occasional afternoon storms; Nepali New Year brings festivals in Bhaktapur.
+How warm is Kathmandu in April?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kathmandu in April?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.