Kathmandu vs Pokhara

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Pokhara edges ahead as the better destination in August. Pokhara offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 30 rain days, while Kathmandu sees 7 sunshine hours and 31 rain days.

Kathmandu sits in the comfortable travel range at 25°C. Pokhara is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Pokhara is the stronger choice in August.

Kathmandu reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Pokhara averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 22°C (72°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Kathmandu receives approximately 661 mm of rainfall across 31 rain days during August. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Pokhara sees 909 mm over 30 rain days. That makes Pokhara the drier option by 1 rain day and 248 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.