Nepal Weather in December: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
December is the start of the dry season in Nepal, which lasts until April. The weather in Nepal in December is generally dry with cool temperatures, making it an ideal time for trekking and outdoor activities. In the capital city of Kathmandu, the average temperature in December is around 12.7°C (54.9°F), with highs of 19.5°C (67.1°F) and lows of 7.7°C (45.9°F). The average humidity is 73.4%, and there is little to no precipitation, with an average of 0.0mm (0.0 inches) of rainfall over 0.8 days. The skies are partly cloudy, with an average cloud cover of 46.1%, and the air is relatively clear, with an average visibility of 6.7 km (4.2 miles). These conditions are ideal for enjoying the cultural and historical sites in and around Kathmandu, such as the Durbar Square and the ancient city of Bhaktapur. Additionally, December is a great time to visit the Chitwan National Park in southern Nepal, where you can go on safari to spot wildlife such as rhinos and tigers.
What is the temperature in Nepal in December?
Average air temperature in Nepal is 12.7°C (54.9°F) in December. The outside temperature in Nepal feels like 12.6°C (54.7°F) on a typical December day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 19.5°C (67.1°F) and feels like 19.5°C (67.1°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 7.7°C (45.9°F) which feels like 7.1°C (44.8°F).
How hot is Nepal in December?
The hot temperature in December in Nepal rises to 23°C (73.4°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 73.4% humidity. During hottest days of December it feels like 23 °C (73.4°F). The average maximum temp in Nepal is 19.5°C (73.4°F) during day time in December.
How cold is Nepal in December?
The coldest temp in Nepal in December drops to 5°C (41°F) during the cold nights. With 14.1km/h (8.7mph) winds and 73.4% humidity it feels like 3.3°C (37.9°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F) during night time in December.
Does it rain in Nepal in December?
Yes, it rains for 8 days in Nepal in December averaging 0 mm of precipitation. Nepal has a 0% chance for rain throughout the entire month of December.
How much does it rain in Nepal throughout December?
Nepal has 0 mm (0 inch) of rain per day on average in December. It rains for an average of 8 days out of the entire month.
Is Nepal windy in December?
The average speed of wind in Nepal during December is 14.1km/h (8.7mph) and average windgust is 8.4km/h (5.2mph). On some days in December wind can reach up to 20.5km/h (12.7mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Nepal in December?
Most days of December the wind is blowing from South-Southwest direction in Nepal.
What are the humidity levels in Nepal in December?
The average humidity levels in Nepal in December are 73.4%. Daily humidity levels in Nepal range from 65.7% to 87.4% during December.
How many hours of daylight are in Nepal in December?
Nepal has 10 hours 25 minutes of daylight in December on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Nepal in December is at 6:46:33 and the sunset is at 17:11:57.
What is the cloud coverage in Nepal in December?
Clouds cover 46.1% of the sky on average throughout December in Nepal. The cloud coverage ranges from 26.9% to 83.2% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in December in Nepal?
The average UV index in Nepal is 6.5 in December. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 5 to 7.
What is the solar radiation in Nepal in December?
The average solar radiation is 157.9 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Nepal during December. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 98 W/m2 to 187.7 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during December in Nepal?
The average solar energy during December in Nepal is 13.6 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 8.3 MJ/m2, to 16.1 MJ/m2 during December.
Are there severe weather risks in Nepal in December?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Nepal in December.
What is the air pressure in Nepal in December?
On average the air pressure in Nepal in December is 1021.2 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1017.2 mb to 1024.6 mb.
What is the visibility in Nepal in December?
The average daylight visibility in Nepal in December is 6.7 km (4.1 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 4.3 km (2.7 miles) to 8.4 km (5.2 miles) throughout December.
What is the dew point in Nepal in December?
The average dew point in Nepal during December is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
Where is the data for Nepal climate in December coming from?
The climate data for Nepal in December is collected from the following weather stations.
- TRIBHUVAN INTERNATIONAL, NP
- VNKT