What to expect in Kathmandu in December
December is a strong choice for Kathmandu: 14° / 3°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and some of the best deals of the year.
Kathmandu weather in December
Typical conditions in Kathmandu during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 14°C 57°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 3°C 37°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 5/100 |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 14°C with lows near 3°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Kathmandu — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run low season this month: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 14°C by day and about 3°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Kathmandu. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 46% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Kathmandu in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 23° / 12° | High | $$ | 57 |
| November | 19° / 7° | High | $$ | 56 |
| December · This month | 14° / 3° | Moderate | $ | 65 |
| January | 12° / 2° | Low | $ | 66 |
| February | 14° / 4° | Low | $ | 68 |
These months score higher for Kathmandu on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
