Pokhara (Annapurna) weather in November

November in Pokhara: nice, rainy, with muggy air — one of the best months to visit.

Updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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  1. 78Jan
  2. 77Feb
  3. 82Mar
  4. 75Apr
  5. 61May
  6. 54Jun
  7. 49Jul
  8. 50Aug
  9. 53Sep
  10. 69Oct
  11. 87Nov
  12. 86Dec

#1 of 12 months in Pokhara · #186 of 1413 destinations to visit in November · comfort 87/100 (tier A)

Days
20°C
Nights
11°C
Wet days
15
Sun
9.6 h
Humidity
78%
Daylight
11 h
Pokhara, Nepal
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Traveller notes on Pokhara in November

Pokhara's forum rates November highly — clear skies, warm and sunny days around 25°C in the sun, cooler mornings and evenings that call for a fleece rather than a heavy down jacket. Regulars flag it as one of the best months for mountain visibility, with peaks typically visible most of the day, and note Pokhara itself runs a touch warmer than Kathmandu.
Tripadvisor community · November · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗

Other months in Pokhara

Pokhara-forum threads on an April visit describe conditions as genuinely mild and pleasant, posters naming a range roughly between twenty and thirty degrees as standard for the month. Regulars call Pokhara genuinely warmer and more humid than Kathmandu by late April, several posters naming this a real difference worth planning around. Posters call haze from regional farm burn-offs a genuine recurring complaint, several regulars naming this a real reason mountain views can disappoint despite otherwise clear skies. Regulars call nights genuinely mild enough that a fan covers it, several threads confirming air conditioning isn't really necessary. Posters recommend checking recent haze reports before counting on mountain views, several regulars calling this standard given how much visibility varies day to day. The record: 24.1C days, 11.5C nights, an extraordinarily high 193.2mm across nearly 16 days and 72 percent humidity.
PokharaAprilRegular · April · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Pokhara-forum threads on a March visit call this genuinely one of the better windows for Nepal overall, posters describing conditions as generally favorable though morning mist at lower elevations is a real possibility. Regulars call mornings typically clear with building cloud around the peaks by midday, afternoon showers a genuine factor later in the month. Posters recommend Sarangkot for panoramic Annapurna views regardless of trekking plans, a real option for anyone not doing a multi-day route. Regulars call rhododendron blooms a March highlight on many of the popular treks, timing here considered genuinely rewarding for anyone interested in the flowers specifically. Posters recommend real layers for elevation gain regardless of comfortable conditions in town, mountain weather here shifting fast once a trek climbs. The record: 20.5C days feeling like 21C, 8C nights, an extraordinarily high 194.7mm across nearly 20 days and 76 percent humidity.
PokharaMarchRegular · March · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Pokhara-forum threads on February trekking describe conditions as genuinely comfortable for walking, posters calling daytime temperatures pleasant without the sticky heat of later spring. Regulars call this one of the quieter windows on the main trekking routes, less crowded than the busier March and April season. Posters describe mountain views as often clearer this time of year, though a hazy stretch remains possible on any given day. Regulars recommend real layers for the evening chill, temperatures dropping once the sun goes down even at Pokhara's low elevation. Posters call checking a multi-day forecast before committing to a route worthwhile, conditions at higher altitudes shifting faster than the lake-side town suggests. Regulars call February a solid choice for anyone prioritizing comfortable walking temperatures over guaranteed clear skies. The record: 16.8C days feeling like 17C, 6.6C nights, an extraordinarily high 192.7mm across nearly 20 days and 77 percent humidity.
PokharaFebruaryRegular · February · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Pokhara-forum threads on late-September conditions describe the monsoon as genuinely winding down by the last week, posters calling that stretch a real sweet spot with clear skies compared to earlier in the month. Regulars are direct early September remains solidly within the wettest part of the Nepal year here, real caution warranted for anyone planning serious trekking that early. Posters describe the mountain views as becoming genuinely crystal clear once the pattern breaks, a real reward for timing a visit toward month's end. Regulars call daytime temperatures comfortable in the mid-twenties Celsius once the shift happens. Posters recommend building flexibility into any Annapurna-area itinerary given how much conditions vary within the same month. Regulars call late September through October the genuinely strong window for the wider region. The record: 25C days feeling like a punishing 30C, 20.6C nights, an extraordinarily high 806mm across nearly 28 days and 88 percent humidity.
PokharaSeptemberRegular · September · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗

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Pokhara climate normals — November

Daytime high20°C / 67°F😎 nice
Nighttime low11°C / 52°F
Feels like (high)21°C / 70°F
Rainfall122 mm / 4.8 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days15 days
Humidity78%💦 very humid
Dew point12°C / 53°F
Sunshine9.6 h/day
Daylight10.8 h
Wind7 km/h / 4 mph
Snowfall0.1 cm / 0 in
Air quality (US AQI)61🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

Crowds in Pokhara in November

How busy the place itself is — school and mass holidays, the months an editor tagged, and how sought-after the weather makes them. Never part of the comfort score.

Peak crowdsAutumn trekking season, Tihar(estimated)

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Best months for Pokhara's weather

Ranked by this destination's own climate comfort score across the year — a different thing from how busy it gets (see Crowds above).

Best weatherPokhara's best weather comes in March, November and December — separate windows, not one continuous season.

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What's on in Pokhara in November

Recurring seasonal events, natural spectacles, closures and holidays — curated and sourced.

  • Season

    Autumn trekking season

    1 Oct – 30 NovTrail seasonCrowdedBook early

    The rain has scrubbed the air and Machhapuchhre is in the water at dawn. It is also when every lodge on the Annapurna routes is full and the flights in are the year's dearest.

  • Season

    Paragliding season

    1 Oct – 15 AprDry season

    Tandem flights off Sarangkot run through the dry half of the year, taking the mid-morning thermals over the lake. Flights are grounded on cloud and wind, which is most of the monsoon.

  • Holiday

    Tihar

    15 Oct – 15 Nov · usuallyDiwaliClosures

    The five-day festival of lights comes soon after Dashain: houses are lit with oil lamps and strings of lights, crows, dogs and cows are honoured with garlands, and groups go door to door singing deusi and bhailo at night. The last days are a public holiday and many businesses close. Source ↗

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Nearby, and something's on

Within 300 km of Pokhara — a day trip or a short hop — with something on this month. Never part of the comfort score.

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Pokhara in November — FAQ

Is November a good time to visit Pokhara?
November in Pokhara: nice, rainy, with muggy air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Pokhara on SeasonMap's comfort score (87/100).
What is the weather like in Pokhara in November?
In November, Pokhara averages a daily high of 19.6°C and a low of 11.3°C, with about 122.4 mm of rain over roughly 15.1 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Pokhara in November?
Pokhara has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 61 in November.

Within 300 km: Kathmandu's Tihar on 8–11 Nov, and Manang's Autumn crossing season on 25 Sep – 20 Nov.