Month guide · Pokhara · Nepal
Pokhara in August
What August 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
August is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 27 rainy days and roughly 13.1 hours of daylight. Still very wet and lush; paragliding and treks are limited, but Davis Falls is at its most powerful.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 27
- Daylight
- About 13.1 hours
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in August
August is the 5th-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 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 27 of its 31 days. Compared with July (29°C (84°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 05:39
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 18:48
- Daylight
- About 13.1 hours
Winter (December–February). Dry, clear and cool, with cold nights; good for lower treks and quieter than autumn.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 1 for crowds (the peak is October at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in October). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
- Teej — women's festival with fasting and dancing (August or September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in August
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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
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Religious site · Phewa Lake
Tal Barahi Temple
A small two-tiered pagoda temple on an island in Phewa Lake, dedicated to the goddess Barahi, a form of Durga.
- Time needed
- 1 hour with the boat
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Kids
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Sarangkot
Sarangkot sunrise
Leave Lakeside by taxi about an hour before sunrise, or walk up the day before and stay overnight; October to December gives the clearest views.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Photo spot
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 21°C and 27 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 August a good time to visit Pokhara?
A month many travellers avoid, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, March–April and October–December are better overall. Compare every month.
Pokhara in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Pokhara?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Still very wet and lush; paragliding and treks are limited, but Davis Falls is at its most powerful.
+How warm is Pokhara in August?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Pokhara in August?
Expect rain on about 27 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.