What to expect in Pokhara in November
November is one of the best times to visit Pokhara. Expect 24° / 9°, the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Pokhara weather in November
Typical conditions in Pokhara during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 24°C 75°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 9°C 48°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 5/100 |
| Total rainfall | 18 mm0.7 in |
| Daylight | 10 h 45 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 24°C with lows near 9°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Pokhara — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 24°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 9°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in November 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 9% 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 Tihar, Annapurna Trekking Season while you’re there.
- Tihar — Oil lamps and marigold garlands light up homes and boats along Phewa Lake.
- Annapurna Trekking Season — Clear skies draw the year's heaviest trekker traffic onto the Annapurna Circuit and Base Camp trails.
Pokhara in November 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 28° / 20° | Low | $ | 71 |
| October | 27° / 15° | High | $$$ | 49 |
| November · This month | 24° / 9° | High | $$ | 58 |
| December | 20° / 5° | Moderate | $ | 70 |
| January | 19° / 6° | Low | $ | 73 |
These months score higher for Pokhara on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
