Weather in Nepal for May 2027
In general, the average temperature in Nepal at the beginning of May is 29.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 31.1 °C by the end of May.
Nepal experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 173.6 mm.
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Nepal Weather May
What’s the Weather Like in Nepal This May?
Temperatures trend during May in Nepal
May weather in Nepal day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Light rain | 28° /17° | 5.6 mm | 7 | |
| 2 May |  Patchy rain possible | 28° /16° | 0.4 mm | 8 | |
| 3 May |  Sunny | 29° /17° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 4 May | Light rain | 31° /18° | 6.8 mm | 8 | |
| 5 May | Light rain | 30° /16° | 6 mm | 7 | |
| 6 May |  Heavy rain at times | 30° /15° | 8.5 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Light rain | 28° /15° | 5.3 mm | 7 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /16° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
| 9 May | Light rain shower | 29° /17° | 2.3 mm | 7 | |
| 10 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /18° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /19° | 1.6 mm | 7 | |
| 12 May |  Moderate rain | 29° /17° | 14.4 mm | 6 | |
| 13 May | Light rain | 31° /17° | 2.5 mm | 6 | |
| 14 May | Light rain | 29° /18° | 2.7 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /18° | 1.9 mm | 9 | |
| 16 May | Light rain | 32° /18° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 33° /19° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
| 18 May | Light rain | 33° /19° | 4.3 mm | 9 | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 31° /20° | 3.2 mm | 6 | |
| 20 May | Light rain | 29° /19° | 7.5 mm | 7 | |
| 21 May | Light rain | 32° /20° | 6.9 mm | 7 | |
| 22 May | Light rain | 30° /19° | 4.4 mm | 8 | |
| 23 May | Light rain | 31° /19° | 4.5 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Light rain | 31° /20° | 4 mm | 8 | |
| 25 May | Moderate rain | 32° /20° | 20.8 mm | 7 | |
| 26 May | Light rain | 32° /19° | 8.3 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Light rain | 31° /19° | 6.5 mm | 8 | |
| 28 May | Moderate rain | 30° /18° | 12.2 mm | 8 | |
| 29 May | Light rain | 32° /19° | 9 mm | 8 | |
| 30 May | Light rain | 29° /19° | 6.5 mm | 8 | |
| 31 May | Moderate rain | 33° /18° | 11.1 mm | 9 | |
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Guide for Nepal in May
In Nepal, May marks the transition from spring to summer, bringing about varying weather conditions throughout the month. At the beginning of May, the weather in Nepal is generally warm and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 20° to 30° in the lowlands and foothills.
However, in the higher elevations, such as in the Himalayas, temperatures can still be quite cool, ranging from 5° to 15°.
As the month progresses, the weather in Nepal becomes increasingly hot and humid, especially in the southern plains and valleys. By the end of May, temperatures can soar to 35° or higher in the lowlands, while the higher elevations experience milder temperatures ranging from 10° to 25°.
It's important to note that May also marks the beginning of the monsoon season in Nepal, with an increase in rainfall towards the end of the month. The monsoon brings heavy downpours and thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoons and evenings, which can affect travel and outdoor activities.
Overall, May in Nepal offers a mix of warm, sunny days and the onset of the monsoon season, making it essential for travelers to be prepared for changing weather conditions.