Month guide · Kathmandu · Nepal
Kathmandu in June
What June is really like in Kathmandu: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Roger McLassus., CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
June is a good-value shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 19°C (66°F), about 18 rainy days and roughly 13.9 hours of daylight. The monsoon arrives, usually mid-month; mountain views disappear and roads outside the valley may be hit by landslides.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 19°C (66°F)
- Rainy days
- About 18
- Daylight
- About 13.9 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in June
June is the warmest month in Kathmandu: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 19°C (66°F). Rain falls on roughly 18 of its 30 days. Compared with May (28°C (82°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:07
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 19:01
- Daylight
- About 13.9 hours
Winter (December–February). Dry, sunny days and near-freezing nights; fewer visitors, though high passes on long treks may be snowbound.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 2 for crowds (the peak is October at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in October). That makes June one of the better-value months to book.
Events in June
June has no major recurring festival in Kathmandu, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Street · Old City
Asan and Indra Chowk market walk
The diagonal market street from Thamel to Durbar Square passes Asan Tole, an ancient crossroads of spice, grain and utensil traders around a small temple to Annapurna, and Indra Chowk, where a bead bazaar sells glass necklaces worn by married women.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- Photo spot
- History
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
Religious site · Boudha
Kopan Monastery
On a hilltop north of Boudhanath, this Tibetan Buddhist monastery is home to monks and nuns and runs well-known introductory courses in Buddhism and meditation.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Off the beaten path
- Outdoors
Viewpoint · Thankot
Chandragiri Hills cable car
Go on a clear morning between October and March for the best mountain views; afternoons often cloud over.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- Kids
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 19°C and 18 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Kathmandu?
A good-value shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, March–April and October–December are better overall. Compare every month.
Kathmandu in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Kathmandu?
It is a good-value shoulder-season month. The monsoon arrives, usually mid-month; mountain views disappear and roads outside the valley may be hit by landslides.
+How warm is Kathmandu in June?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 19°C (66°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kathmandu in June?
Expect rain on about 18 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.