March weather forecast
Nepal

March ushers in the spring season in Nepal, marking a significant shift in weather conditions from the preceding winter months. In Kathmandu, the capital city situated in the hilly mid-region, average temperatures range between 7°C (44.6°F) and 20°C (68°F). The lowland Terai regions experience warmer temperatures, varying from 15°C (59°F) to 30°C (86°F). Higher Himalayan regions see a further thawing, with temperatures generally hovering between 0°C (32°F) and 10°C (50°F).

The city of Pokhara, sitting amidst the serene lakes and lofty mountains, experiences average temperatures from 15°C (59°F) to 27°C (80.6°F) in March. The weather continues to be relatively dry, but an increase in cloud cover starts to obscure the once clear views of the snow-clad Himalayan peaks.

The Terai plains have completely emerged from the foggy conditions of winter by March, experiencing warmer temperatures and increasing humidity. However, the occurrence of heavy rainfall is still rare, keeping the "Terai Cold Wave" firmly in the past for the rest of the year.

Contrary to the drier months of January and February, March begins to witness an increase in precipitation, introducing the pre-monsoon season. These rainfall events, while still sporadic, increase in intensity towards the end of the month, setting the stage for the upcoming monsoon.

As for outdoor activities, the Kathmandu Valley remains a popular trekking destination due to the moderate temperatures and relatively dry conditions. The wildlife viewing experience in the Chitwan National Park is still optimal, given the drier conditions. In the higher altitudes, trekking routes such as the Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna Circuit become more accessible, although caution is advised due to possible snowfall events.

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• Kathmandu - March »
  On the first day of March sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. In Kathmandu in March, during 4 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Pokhara - March »
  On the last day of March, in Pokhara sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:26 pm +0545. In Pokhara in March, during 2 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Biratnagar - March »
  March is the least humid month in Biratnagar with an average relative humidity of 33%. In March, in Biratnagar the rain falls for 3.8 days.
• Bharatpur - March »
  March, the first month of the spring in Bharatpur, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 24°C (75.2°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F). In Bharatpur in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Janakpur - March »
  In Janakpur in March, during 3.9 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With the onset of March, Janakpur's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F) in February to a tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F).
• Bhaktapur - March »
  March's arrival in Bhaktapur ushers in the delightful spring season, characterized by warmer days and moderate precipitation. In Bhaktapur, in March, during 9.3 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Nepalgunj - March »
  Nepalgunj experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F) in February to a tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F). Nepalgunj's temperature exhibits a stark contrast from daytime to nighttime, averaging lows of 15.8°C (60.4°F) in March.
• Birendranagar - March »
  On the last day of March, in Birendranagar, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:36 pm +0545. In Birendranagar, Nepal, in March, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Itahari - March »
  March is the least humid month in Itahari, with an average relative humidity of 33%. In Itahari, during March, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
• Tulsipur - March »
  In Tulsipur, in March, during 3.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tulsipur, in March, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation.