Nepal Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, Nepal experiences warm and sunny weather, making it an ideal time to visit the country. The average temperature in Nepal in May is 21.0°C (69.8°F), with highs reaching 26.6°C (79.9°F) and lows dropping to 15.6°C (60.1°F). The average humidity is 67.4%. May marks the beginning of the monsoon season in Nepal, so there is an increase in rainfall and cloud cover compared to the previous months. The average precipitation in May is 4.1 mm, with a precipitation probability of 45.2%. There are typically 17 rainy days during the month. The most common type of precipitation is rain, and the chance of snowfall is minimal. Despite the increased rainfall, May still offers relatively good visibility, with an average of 7.2 kilometers (4.5 miles). The average cloud cover is 54.4%. Travelers can expect strong winds during May, with an average wind speed of 21.4 km/h (13.3 mph) and gusts up to 17.9 km/h (11.1 mph). The average atmospheric pressure is 1014.8 mb. Overall, May is a pleasant and popular time to visit Nepal due to its warm temperatures. However, travelers should be prepared for the onset of the monsoon season and the possibility of increased rainfall.
What is the temperature in Nepal in May?
Average air temperature in Nepal is 21°C (69.7°F) in May. The outside temperature in Nepal feels like 20.9°C (69.7°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 26.6°C (79.9°F) and feels like 26.6°C (79.9°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 15.6°C (60.1°F) which feels like 15.6°C (60.1°F).
How hot is Nepal in May?
The hot temperature in May in Nepal rises to 31°C (87.8°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 67.4% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 33 °C (91.4°F). The average maximum temp in Nepal is 26.6°C (91.4°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Nepal in May?
The coldest temp in Nepal in May drops to 12.6°C (54.7°F) during the cold nights. With 21.4km/h (13.3mph) winds and 67.4% humidity it feels like 12.6°C (54.7°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 15.6°C (60.1°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Nepal in May?
Yes, it rains for 17 days in Nepal in May averaging 4.1 mm of precipitation. Nepal has a 45.2% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Nepal throughout May?
Nepal has 4.1 mm (0.16 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 17 days out of the entire month.
Is Nepal windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Nepal during May is 21.4km/h (13.3mph) and average windgust is 17.9km/h (11.1mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 35.4km/h (22mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Nepal in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from South-Southwest direction in Nepal.
What are the humidity levels in Nepal in May?
The average humidity levels in Nepal in May are 67.4%. Daily humidity levels in Nepal range from 35.7% to 89.3% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Nepal in May?
Nepal has 13 hours 30 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Nepal in May is at 5:15:15 and the sunset is at 18:46:01.
What is the cloud coverage in Nepal in May?
Clouds cover 54.4% of the sky on average throughout May in Nepal. The cloud coverage ranges from 28.1% to 85.2% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Nepal?
The average UV index in Nepal is 9.4 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 4 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Nepal in May?
The average solar radiation is 270.6 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Nepal during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 69.2 W/m2 to 364.4 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Nepal?
The average solar energy during May in Nepal is 23.4 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 5.9 MJ/m2, to 31.4 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Nepal in May?
Yes, there is a 11.3% risk for severe weather in Nepal in May.
What is the air pressure in Nepal in May?
On average the air pressure in Nepal in May is 1014.8 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1011.3 mb to 1018.2 mb.
What is the visibility in Nepal in May?
The average daylight visibility in Nepal in May is 7.2 km (4.5 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 5.5 km (3.4 miles) to 8.5 km (5.3 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Nepal in May?
The average dew point in Nepal during May is 13.9°C (57°F).
Where is the data for Nepal climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Nepal in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- SIMARA, NP
- TRIBHUVAN INTERNATIONAL, NP
- VNKT