Month guide · Pokhara · Nepal
Pokhara in April
What April is really like in Pokhara: 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 Pokhara. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 15°C (59°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 12.8 hours of daylight. Spring trekking season with rhododendrons in full bloom; afternoon storms become more frequent.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 15°C (59°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 3rd-warmest month in Pokhara: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 26°C (79°F), and nights fall to about 15°C (59°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 30 days. Compared with March (26°C (79°F)), April is warmer; by May highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 05:44
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:34
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
Autumn (September–November). Peak season after the monsoon, with clear views, Dashain and Tihar festivals and the busiest trekking trails.
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
- Nepali New Year (Navavarsha) — public holiday and celebrations (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.
Museum · North Pokhara
Gurkha Memorial Museum
A museum in the north of the city that tells the history of Nepal's Gurkha soldiers in the British and Indian armies over two centuries, with uniforms, medals, including Victoria Crosses, and personal stories.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
Nature · Lakeside
Phewa Lake
Go out early in the morning when the water is calm and the mountains are most likely to be clear; wear the life jacket provided.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- Kids
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Sarangkot
Sarangkot sunrise
At about 1,600 metres on a ridge above Phewa Lake, Sarangkot's viewing towers look across to Dhaulagiri, the Annapurna range and the sharp summit of Machhapuchhre, which turn pink and gold at dawn.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Photo spot
- Couples
Experience · Sarangkot
Tandem paragliding
Fly in the morning for calmer air and clearer mountains, and choose an operator with a clear safety record and insured pilots.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours including transfer
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 15°C and 9 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Pokhara?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Pokhara?
It is one of the best months to visit Pokhara. Spring trekking season with rhododendrons in full bloom; afternoon storms become more frequent.
+How warm is Pokhara in April?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 15°C (59°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Pokhara in April?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.