What to expect in Kathmandu in October
October is one of the best times to visit Kathmandu. Expect 23° / 12°, the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Kathmandu weather in October
Typical conditions in Kathmandu during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 23°C 73°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 12°C 54°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 23°C with lows near 12°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Kathmandu — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 23°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 12°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in October sit around the yearly average for Kathmandu — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Dashain, Tihar, Mani Rimdu while you’re there.
- Dashain — Nepal's longest festival empties the city as families gather for tika blessings.
- Tihar — The festival of lights strings oil lamps and marigolds across Kathmandu's homes and streets.
- Mani Rimdu — Sherpa monasteries in the Khumbu perform masked dances marking this Buddhist festival.
Kathmandu in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 27° / 19° | Low | $ | 74 |
| September | 26° / 17° | Low | $ | 71 |
| October · This month | 23° / 12° | High | $$ | 57 |
| November | 19° / 7° | High | $$ | 56 |
| December | 14° / 3° | Moderate | $ | 65 |
These months score higher for Kathmandu on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
