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Kathmandu, May 11
Kathmandu street view during May
Historical Weather Analysis

Kathmandu Weather on May 11 — Best Time to Visit?

Based on 30 years of historical data, we have the answer.

rain

25°C

High

15.9°C

Low

54%

Rain

☀️ Feels like 25.7°C (humidity)

rain
IT'S A GAMBLE

May 11 sees frequent showers in Kathmandu. Historical data shows a 54% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 25°C. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Kathmandu—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.

Currency

NPR

Nepalese rupee

Language

Nepali

Driving

Left side

Connect

Most cafes & restaurants in tourist area...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.947

Kathmandu Weather Forecast for May 11

"Rainy & Overcast. Expect average highs of 25°C. 54% chance of rain."

What to Wear in Kathmandu in May

Based on historical data for May 11, Kathmandu typically experiences temperatures between 15.9°C and 25°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 54% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.

Complete Packing Guide

Weekly breakdown & essential items for Kathmandu

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Smart Suitcase

  • T-Shirt
  • Light Clothing
  • Umbrella

Average High

extreme-hot

25°C

Daytime Peak

Average Low

extreme-cold

15.9°C

Nighttime Low

Feels Like

partly-cloudy-day

25.7°C

☀️ Feels accurate

Rain Chance

rain

54%

Avg 4.7mm if it rains

Cloud Cover

cloudy

43%

Moderate rain

Pressure

pressure

1008.3 hPa

Low volatility

Kathmandu Weather Conditions & UV Index

Weather Confidence

30-year variance analysis

100%Highly Predictable

Based on 10 years of data

Temperature
±2.0°CStable
Precipitation
27-81%Moderate

🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Sun Exposure

UV Index & Safety Guide

7.8High
036811+

Protection Needed

SPF 30+ required, seek shade

Safe Sun Windows
Morning

05:00 - 10:00

Afternoon

16:00 - 18:00

Peak danger: 09:30 - 13:30
Time to Sunburn

Type I-II

🔴 10 min to burn

Type III-IV

🟡 15 min to burn

Type V-VI

🟢 25 min to burn

UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.

Outdoor Comfort

How pleasant is it outside?

82Excellent
TemperatureWarm
HumidityMuggy
WindLight Breeze

Dew Point

19.4°C

Noticeable

Heat Stress

Low

No heat warning

😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours

Travel & Logistics Insights

Local Calendar

Business Day

Standard hours in Nepal

Flight Traffic

Moderate

51/100 pressure index

Health Advisory

Required

2 vaccines • View Details →

Landing Slots

~87

Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)

Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Kathmandu

Daylight & Sun

Solar Elevation Cycle

🌅 Sunrise

05:33

☀️ Noon

12:16

🌇 Sunset

18:59

⏱️ Daylight

13h 25m

Golden Hour
Morning05:33 - 06:06
18:26 - 18:59Evening

Wind Speed

wind

7.2 km/h

Light breeze

Sunshine

clear-day

11.1 hrs

Direct Sun (Cloud-free)

Humidity

humidity

71%

Humid / Damp

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Travel Health & Safety in Kathmandu

Travel Comfort Index

Real-time tourism conditions

Weather Quality

🌧️ Variable

57/100

Tourist Crowds

🟡 Busy

85/100

Price Level

💰💰💰 Expensive

85/100

Health & Wellbeing

Meteo-Health Forecast

85Score
Atmospheric Pressure1008.3 hPa
Volatility:Low
Migraine RiskLow

Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.

Joint Pain RiskMedium

Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.

Fishing IndexFair

Moderate fish activity expected.

Air Quality Forecast
160AQI
Unhealthy
PM2.5 Concentration73.3 µg/m³

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Regional Safety Profile

High

Seismic Activity

Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.

Total events (30y):351
In May (30y):125
Last in May:2020-05-30
💡 Earthquake risk elevated. Download a seismic alert app.

Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Kathmandu on May 11 averages 25°C with a 54% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."

— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology

Kathmandu Weather History (2010–2024)

Temperature History

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Hall of Fame

Records from last 10 years

Hottest
2019
29.3°C
Coldest
2023
13.8°C
Rainiest
2024
11.3mm

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📍 Is Kathmandu Worth Visiting on May 11?

Planning a trip to Kathmandu on May 11? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 25°C with a 54% historical precipitation risk.

✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 87 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.

💉 Health Advisory: 11 vaccinations are recommended for Nepal, including COVID-19.

📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 11 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.3°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 13.8°C in 2023.

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