Climate of Karnali Zone, Nepal
Area-weighted average across Karnali Zone. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Karnali Zone, a subdivision of Nepal, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -4.8°C / 23.4°F in January to 10.1°C / 50.2°F in June, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in to 142 mm / 5.6 in depending on the season (623 mm / 24.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4.8°C23.4°F | 52 mm2″ | Snowy |
| February | -3.7°C25.3°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 0.5°C32.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| April | 4.2°C39.6°F | 24 mm0.9″ | — |
| May | 7.3°C45.1°F | 22 mm0.9″ | — |
| June | 10.1°C50.2°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
| July | 10°C50°F | 142 mm5.6″ | — |
| August | 9.8°C49.6°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| September | 8.4°C47.1°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| October | 4.3°C39.7°F | 34 mm1.3″ | — |
| November | -0.7°C30.7°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
| December | -3.1°C26.4°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Karnali Zone?
Karnali Zone, Nepal does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is June at 10.1°C / 50.2°F, and the driest is November at 10 mm / 0.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Karnali Zone?
Karnali Zone, Nepal has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -4.8°C / 23.4°F in January to 10.1°C / 50.2°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 623 mm / 24.5 in, with the wettest month being July (142 mm / 5.6 in) and the driest November (10 mm / 0.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Karnali Zone?
The hottest month in Karnali Zone is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.1°C / 50.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Karnali Zone?
The coldest month in Karnali Zone is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -4.8°C / 23.4°F.
When does it rain most in Karnali Zone?
The wettest month in Karnali Zone is July, averaging about 142 mm / 5.6 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 10 mm / 0.4 in.