What May feels like in Pokhara
Late spring arrives in Pokhara with May. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay mild. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Pokhara in May
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. When rain comes it is heavy, about 12.9 mm (0.5 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 18.9 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in May
On 15 May the sun rises at about 5:19 am and sets around 6:51 pm local time, giving 13 h 32 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 43 min more daylight than mid-April. About 82% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How May compares to the rest of the year
In Pokhara's temperature order, May sits as the 2nd warmest month. It is about as warm as April, with 156 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. By June, typical highs are 26.8°C (80.2°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Hiking: less ideal — wet trails.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Pokhara in May
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Pokhara in May?
Afternoons average 26.4°C (79.5°F) and nights about 17.2°C (63°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 2nd warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Pokhara in May?
Yes, fairly — rain falls most days and totals about 245 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Pokhara in May?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is May or June better for visiting Pokhara?
May scores better on our climate ranking (#8 of 12 vs #10), rated Fair against Fair. June has more rainy days.