April · Nepal
Best time to visit Pokhara in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pokhara in April
Average temperature 23°C, 35 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 36% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 36%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Pokhara scores 9.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pokhara looks across Phewa Lake to the Annapurna range, with Sarangkot sunrise and trekking trails close by.
April: the best month of the year in Pokhara
Trail conditions at 23°C (73°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in April; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
With around 35 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Pokhara at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pokhara in April?
- In April, Pokhara averages 23°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Pokhara?
- April earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pokhara in April?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 36% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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