March Weather in Kathmandu

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Kathmandu, Nepal, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (78°F), while lows may dip to 6°C (43°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kathmandu throughout March hovers around 32%.

6°C (43°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (61°F)

Average temperature

26°C (78°F)

Maximum temperature

32%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Kathmandu averages 67 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 51 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 69% probability of sunny days during this period.

67 mm (2.6 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 51 minutes

Sunshine hours

69%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Kathmandu reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 6 8 9 9 7 5 3 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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