Weather In Kathmandu Valley

 

Kathmandu valley is the largest city and capital of Nepal. It is located in the central area of the country, east of the Himalaya Mountains and surrounded by high hills. This city was created in c. 1723 and remained as the Gurkha capital from 1768 to 18^th century.

 

The weather in Kathmandu valley is a little different because the nepalese capital is surrounded by high mountain and the pollution is very heavy here. The summer months of Kathmandu are pretty hot and the temperatures may rise up to 30°C. In fact, the weather in Kathmandu is such that the winter months may also reach 20°C. Snowfall is a rare thing in the Kathmandu valley.

 

It can be rightly termed that the climate of Nepal differs with its topography. It may vary between sub-tropical to arctic based on the altitude. The terai area has a humid and hot climate. The mid land area are pleasant almost all year round. But then the winter months are generally cooler. The northern mountain area enjoys an alpine climate. Over and above, the temperature out here is considerably lower in the winter.

 

The monsoon of Kathmandu valley can be grouped into two types namely dry season and clear wet season. The wet days in summer are the monsoon days. Rainfalls generally result because of the monsoon in summer. The remaining are the dry days. Autumn and spring are in between these seasons. Generally speaking, the monsoon starts from mid June and proceeds up to the beginning of September. The change in season differs because of the slope and altitude of the mountain. Higher altitudes and northern slopes are less warm when compared with the lower altitude and southern slopes. The rainy season is also based on the monsoon activities. Night rainfall makes the following days fresh and clean. The length of autumn and summer is also based on the monsoon. The northern area of the trans Himalayan zone is an ideal option if you have a passion for trekking. Weather in Kathmandu valley can be considered as a standard temperature.

Summer is generally the hottest season and may last up to May and August in Kathmandu valley. Hot but at the same time dry days are pretty comfortable when compared with the humid and hot days of the monsoon.

 

Autumn starts at the end of monsoon and lasts up till the beginning of November. In other words, this season lasts from September to November. You can also term this as the festive season as it gives you a chance to enjoy the blue sky and lots of green. This is possibly the best season for outdoor activities such as trekking, wild life jungle safari and trekking.

 

 

Winter begins from November and extends up to February. The chilled wintry days are also dry and come with a few rains. Winter receives scanty rainfall preferably because of the Mediterranean activities. Hence, the winter rainfall in the west Nepal receives more rain when compared with the eastern Nepal.

Springs starts in February and extends till April in Kathmandu valley. This season starts with occasional rains and shower. The days are mild and this gives room for new vegetation.

 

 

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