Kathmandu vs Varanasi in May

Kathmandu is the better pick in May — 64 vs 40 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kathmandu is hot, soaked, poor air quality, while Varanasi is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.

Kathmandu vs VaranasiMay climate, side by side

KathmanduVaranasi
Comfort score64/100 (C)40/100 (F)
Feels-like high31°C43°C
Avg high / low29° / 17°40° / 26°
Rainfall247 mm25 mm
Rainy days255
Humidity78%47%
Air quality (AQI)105133

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Kathmandu vs Varanasi in May — FAQ

Is May better in Kathmandu or Varanasi?
Kathmandu is the better pick in May — 64 vs 40 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kathmandu is hot, soaked, poor air quality, while Varanasi is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Kathmandu vs Varanasi in May?
In May, Kathmandu averages 29°C high / 17°C low with about 247 mm of rain; Varanasi averages 40°C high / 26°C low with about 25 mm.