What to expect in Pokhara in March
March is one of the best times to visit Pokhara. Expect 26° / 12°, manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Pokhara weather in March
Typical conditions in Pokhara during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 26°C 79°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 12°C 54°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| Total rainfall | 60 mm2.4 in |
| Daylight | 11 h 59 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 26°C with lows near 12°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Pokhara — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 26°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 March sit around the yearly average for Pokhara — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 33% less.
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 Holi while you’re there.
- Holi — Crowds throw colored powder and douse each other with water in streets around Lakeside.
Pokhara in March 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19° / 6° | Low | $ | 73 |
| February | 21° / 8° | Low | $ | 74 |
| March · This month | 26° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 65 |
| April | 28° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
| May | 29° / 18° | Low | $ | 66 |
These months score higher for Pokhara on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
