March in Kathmandu
Kathmandu in March. One of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Typical daytime highs around 73°F (23°C).
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeNarayanhiti PalaceExplore →
The Narayanhiti Palace Museum is a public museum in Kathmandu, Nepal located east of the Kaiser Mahal and next to Thamel.
02What to seeDharaharaExplore →
Dharahara or Bhimsen Stambha, is a 72-metre-tall (236 ft) tower at the centre of Sundhara, Kathmandu, Nepal.
03What to seeBasantapur Durbar SquareExplore →
Kathmandu Durbar Square is a historically and culturally significant site in Kathmandu, Nepal.
04What to seePashupatinath TempleExplore →
Pashupatinath Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupati, a manifestation of Shiva.
05What to seeSwayambhunathExplore →
Swayambhunath is an ancient religious complex atop a hill in the Kathmandu Valley, west of Kathmandu city.
More sights (3)
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Patan Durbar Square
Patan Durbar Square is situated at the centre of the city of Lalitpur in Nepal.
07Budhanilkantha Temple
Budanilkantha Temple, located in Budhanilkantha, Nepal, is a Hindu open air temple dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu.
08Changu Narayan Temple
Changu Narayan is an ancient Hindu and Buddhist temple, located on a hilltop of Changu in Changunarayan Municipality of Bhaktapur District, Nepal.
Ghantaghar clock tower above blooming purple jacaranda
dense colourful city below a green hill and white clouds
Month by month
Kathmandu, month by month.
What to plan a trip around, month by month.
April in Kathmandu
Kathmandu in April. One of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).
October in Kathmandu
Kathmandu in October. One of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Typical daytime highs around 75°F (24°C).
November in Kathmandu
Kathmandu in November. One of the best months to visit Kathmandu. Typical daytime highs around 70°F (21°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Tribhuvan International (KTM).
Know before you go
- Walk the Boudhanath stupa clockwise with the pilgrims at dusk.
- Base in Thamel for trekking gear, permits, and guides.
- Autumn brings the clearest mountain views.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?
The best time to visit Kathmandu is Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov, in Nepal.
Where is Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is in Nepal. The nearest major airport is Tribhuvan International (KTM).
What is Kathmandu known for?
Himalayan gateway of temples and prayer flags.
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More places to explore
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Beyond the city