Are you planning a trip to Nepal in November? Read on to learn more about the weather in the country during this time of year, what you should pack in terms of clothing and gear, and the best places you ought to visit during the month in this Himalayan paradise.
Nepal Weather in November: Overview
- Average temperature range: 9°C (48°F) – 25°C (77°F)
- Rainfall: 20 mm (1 inch) in Kathmandu; 120 mm (5 inches) in Pokhara; 10 mm (0 inches) in Bharatpur.
- Rainy days: 1 in Kathmandu; 1 in Pokhara; 1 in Bharatpur.
- Sunny days: 23 in Kathmandu; 15 in Pokhara; 19 in Bharatpur.
November is a lovely time of year to be in Nepal. The weather is inch-perfect with no signs of rainfall and plenty of sunshine during this time. You can expect warm days but cold mornings and evenings.
The average maximum daytime temperatures in Nepal during October hover around the 25°C (77°F) mark, while the minimum nighttime temperatures hover closer to the 9°C (48°F) mark. That being said, it is much colder the higher you get.
The glorious weather in November makes it a perfect time to visit Nepal if you're looking to complete one of the country's famed hiking and trekking routes. There's nothing quite as refreshing as being out in nature, and very few mountain ranges that come close to matching the grandeur, scale, and otherworldliness of the Himalayas.
Weather of Nepal's Major Cities in November
| City | Min. Temp | Max. Temp | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 10°C (50°F) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (1 inch) |
| Pokhara | 9°C (48°F) | 20°C (68°F) | 120 mm (5 inches) |
| Bharatpur (Chitwan) |
15°C (59°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0 inches) |
Kathmandu (also Patan/Lalitpur): The capital of Nepal, Kathmandu, is characterized by perfect weather conditions for the month of November. It is dry and sunny, with essentially no rainfall expected for the entirety of the month. If you're going to be in Kathmandu come November, you can expect average temperatures to range from highs of 21°C (70°F) to lows of 10°C (50°F).
Pokhara: Pokhara is very pleasant during November. While you can expect it to rain for a day or two in November, much of the month is dry, and plenty a sunny day is usually the norm. The average temperatures for November in this popular lakeside city range from maximums of 20°C (68°F) to minimums of 9°C (48°F), with it being particularly cold during the early hours of the mornings and the late hours of the evenings.
Bharatpur (Chitwan): Bharatpur experiences practically no rainfall during the month of November. While humidity levels in the city are slightly higher than they are in other regions in the country, Bharatpur is pleasantly warmer as well. The average temperature range here for November is 15°C (59°F) – 25°C (77°F).
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The Best Places to Visit in Nepal in November
1.Manaslu Circuit Trek
The Manaslu Circuit Trek is, hands down, one of the most underrated and breathtaking treks in the world. Requiring a minimum of 12 days, this trek takes you through Nepal's Gurkha region while circumambulating the world's 8th highest peak. It is not an easy trek by any means and requires good preparation and fitness. Many liken this trek and its ruggedness to "what the Annapurna Base Camp Trek used to be 10 years ago" and the views on display on your descent via Larkye Pass at 5106 meters/16,752 feet go a long way in justifying this line of thinking. This is a stunning trek that can be completed without having to worry about too many people occupying the trails, and in very good weather conditions during November.
2.Everest Base Camp Trek
The Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is the most popular trek in all of Nepal. With the world's tallest mountain at the very center of its focus, it's easy to see why. November, although cold, is a good time to undertake this trek because there is little risk of precipitation. The trek takes you all the way to the Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, with the latter being the viewpoint from where you can view Mount Everest, or Sagarmatha, as the locals call it. While very popular and sometimes quite crowded, the trails on this trek will forever be in every trekker's bucket list to hike on owing to the mysticism and fascination surrounding this behemoth of a snow slab. The EBC trek requires some preparation and moderate fitness levels, and takes around 2 weeks to complete.
3.Annapurna Circuit Trek
The Annapurna Circuit Trek is a trek that is always growing in popularity. It takes you on a journey around the world's 10th highest mountain, Annapurna, and requires a minimum of 15 days to complete. It is not an easy trek to complete but one can manage with some prior training and preparation. Conditions to undertake this trek remain favorable in November as you make your way through both the Annapurna and Manaslu Conservation regions of Nepal, with the highest point of the trek touching a staggering 5416 meters or 17,769 feet.
November Crowds and Costs
Although not as crowded as it is during October, November is still very much part of Nepal's peak season as far as tourism is concerned. This is primarily due to the perfect weather conditions experienced during the month, drawing plenty a casual traveler, avid hiker, and expert trekker to the country's globally respected trails. Many of these trails are busy without being overwhelmingly crowded. If you're looking to complete a trek during your time in Nepal in November, you can expect to run into other groups yet still find pockets of peace and quiet during which to appreciate all that the Himalayas have to offer.
Peak season crowds come with peak season prices in any part of the world, and Nepal is no different in this regard. Costs pertaining to most things including airfare, accommodation, transportation, and shopping are as high as they ever are during the calendar year, and the best way to save yourself from paying over the odds for most of these is by completing your bookings as far out in advance as possible.
What to Wear in Nepal in November
You don't really have to worry about it raining if you plan to visit Nepal during November. Packing dry weather clothing – in addition to standard hiking gear and equipment – ought to keep you in good stead for a comfortable trip to the country in autumn.
The essentials to pack for a trip to Nepal in November, whether you're trekking or not, include the following items: long-sleeved tops, a pair of shorts, a few t-shirts, sweatpants, capris, a poncho to stay prepared in the unlikely scenario it rains, a light jacket, a thick winter coat, hoodie, some sweaters, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, winter hats, sunglasses, scarves, gloves, thick socks, toiletries, and insect repellant.
You will also need to bring with you a sturdy backpack (the size of this depends on the duration of your trek), a daypack, quick-drying shirts that will serve as the base layer, thermals, waterproof trekking boots, windbreaker, fleece, down jacket, a neck warmer, balaclava, headlamp, and trekking poles if you plan to hike or trek during your November trip to Nepal.
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