Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kathmandu, Nepal, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (55°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kathmandu throughout May hovers around 46%.
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In May, Kathmandu averages 265 mm (10.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 25 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Kathmandu reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||