Month guide · Kathmandu · Nepal
Kathmandu in November
What November is really like in Kathmandu: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Bijay Chaurasia, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
November is one of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Expect average highs of 23°C (73°F), lows of 7°C (45°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 10.7 hours of daylight. Sunny, stable weather and the clearest mountain views of the year; book treks and flights early.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 23°C (73°F) / 7°C (45°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 10.7 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in November
November is the 9th-warmest month in Kathmandu: days average 23°C (73°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 7°C (45°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 30 days. Compared with October (26°C (79°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 20°C (68°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:25
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:12
- Daylight
- About 10.7 hours
Spring (March–May). Warm days, rhododendrons in the hills and the second trekking season, with haze and afternoon storms increasing into May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 5 for crowds (the peak is October at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in October). Book accommodation early: November is one of the pricier months.
Events in November
- Tihar (some years)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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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
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
What to pack
For highs near 23°C, lows near 7°C and 1 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November 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–April, October and December. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Kathmandu?
It is one of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Sunny, stable weather and the clearest mountain views of the year; book treks and flights early.
+How warm is Kathmandu in November?
Average highs are around 23°C (73°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kathmandu in November?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.