Nepal in November: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect
Climate Map for November
Average temperature across Nepal in November.
City Weather in November
| City | High | Low | Rain | UV | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 22° | 8° | 7 mm | high | Cool |
| Pokhara | 23° | 10° | 7 mm | high | Cool |
| Bharatpur, Nepal | 28° | 14° | 7 mm | high | Mild |
| Lalitpur, Nepal | 22° | 8° | 8 mm | high | Cool |
| Birgunj | 28° | 14° | 5 mm | high | Mild |
| Biratnagar | 30° | 16° | 9 mm | moderate | Mild |
| Dhangadhi | 27° | 14° | 5 mm | moderate | Mild |
High / low are average daily temperatures (°C). “Feels” reflects how hot or cold it feels, allowing for humidity.
Terai & Southern Plains (Chitwan, Lumbini, Biratnagar)
November stays dry and comfortable with very pleasant daytime temperatures around 20-28°C and crisp, mosquito-light evenings; mornings are often mist-free, improving visibility for birding and wildlife. Tourist traffic increases as international visitors arrive for wildlife and rafting season; pack midweight layers for cool mornings but leave heavy winter gear behind. This is a prime month to combine jungle time with short cultural detours.
Kathmandu Valley & Central Hills (Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot)
November remains cool and dry with excellent mountain visibility and comfortable daytime temperatures in the high teens to low 20s°C. The valley is lively with festival spillover and urban trekking stays pleasurable on well-defined trails. Nights are cooler - bring a warm jacket - and pollution may rise slightly on still evenings, but days are ideal for photography and temple visits.
Pokhara, Annapurna & Western Hills (Pokhara, Poon Hill, Annapurna Circuit lower sections)
November remains dry and pleasantly cool with long daylight and excellent mountain viewing; trekking conditions are stable and high-altitude passes are generally open and safe. Tourist numbers stay high through mid-November but taper toward month’s end; this is a prime window for multi-day treks or a short hike paired with boating on Phewa Lake. Nights get colder - bring an insulating sleeping bag for higher-altitude teahouses.
Mustang & Trans-Himalaya (Upper Mustang, Muktinath, Jomsom)
November cools rapidly after sunsets, producing very clear winter-like air with excellent visibility; daytime treks remain enjoyable but high passes begin to show early snowfall toward month’s end. Must-have gear includes a good sleeping bag and down jacket for overnight stops, and plan for limited services as remote lodges start to reduce offerings for the off-season. Flights to Jomsom can be erratic with early winter winds.