What to expect in Kathmandu in May
May is a mixed month in Kathmandu. You get 25° / 15°, but manageable crowds at the big attractions. Worth it for the right traveller.
Kathmandu weather in May
Typical conditions in Kathmandu during May, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 25°C 77°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C 59°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 40/100 |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 25°C with lows near 15°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
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
Light layers for 25°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 15°C.
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 38% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Everest Marathon while you’re there.
- Everest Marathon — One of the world's highest marathons starts near Everest Base Camp each spring.
Kathmandu in May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 20° / 8° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| April | 23° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| May · This month | 25° / 15° | Moderate | $ | 70 |
| June | 27° / 18° | Low | $ | 73 |
| July | 28° / 19° | Low | $ | 72 |
These months score higher for Kathmandu on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in May
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in May.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
