April in Nepal: Weather, Trekking & Best Places to Visit (2026)

2. Pokhara in April

Pokhara Weather in April

The average temperature is between 16-30 °C (61-86 °F) in Pokhara in April.

The weather in Pokhara in April is sunny and warm, thus it is a great time to visit the town.

Due to the lack of rain in April, wildfires can start in the nearby hills around Pokhara and that can cause smoky, hazy skies. Sometimes, local farmers also start to burn grass on their fields which adds to the smoke in the air.

When the skies are filled with smoke, it makes it difficult to see the mountains.

If you are travelling to Pokhara in March-April, it is good to follow the local news to find out about the current air quality.

What is the Best Time to Visit Pokhara?

The best time to visit Pokhara is between October to mid-December and mid-February to May, however, visiting anytime between October-May is generally a good time.

Visiting Pokhara in April

April is considered one of the best times to visit Pokhara. If the weather is clear, you get one of the best views of the Himalayas between March-April.

Pokhara is a popular holiday destination in Nepal and it is also the starting point to many trekking routes into the Annapurna Region.

Some of the popular trekking routes starting from Pokhara include: Annapurna Base Camp, Poon Hill, Mardi Himal, Australian Camp, and the Panchase Trek.

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Best Things to Do in Pokhara in April

• Boating on Fewa Lake + Hiking to the World Peace Pagoda
• Annapurna Cable Car for the Sarangkot Sunrise
• Paragliding
• Day trip to Begnas Lake (+hiking)
• Visiting the Caves
• Movie Garden
• Cooking classes
• Trekking routes from Pokhara: Annapurna Base Camp (7-8 days), Poon Hill (4-5 days), Mardi Himal (5-7 days), Australian Camp (2 days), Panchase Trek (2-3 days)

Check out my Travel Guide to Pokhara here!

3. Bandipur in April

Bandipur Weather in April

The average temperature is between 16-31 °C (61-88 °F) in Bandipur in April. It is sunny and warm during the day and also pleasant in the evenings.

As the skies are clear with no rain, Bandipur offers great Himalayan views in April.

What is the Best Time to Visit Bandipur?

The best time to visit Bandipur is between October to Mid-December and Mid-February to May. During this time, the temperature is pleasant and the views are clear to see the Himalayas.

Generally, I would say, it is a good time to visit Bandipur anytime from late September until the end of May.

Visiting Bandipur during the monsoon season is also an option, however, during the monsoon season you will not get clear views of the mountains.

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Visiting Bandipur in April

Bandipur is a beautiful little town on the way between Kathmandu and Pokhara and is a popular stop to enjoy Himalayan views, go hiking or just chill at one of the cafes and restaurants.

Bandipur is famous for its well-preserved Newari architecture (wooden carved windows and red bricks).

It is so charming with its architecture and restaurants on the main street that it is often compared to being in Belgium or France.

The weather in April is great, with clear skies and great views of the mountains. It makes it one of the best times to visit Bandipur.

Things to Do in Bandipur in April

• Hike up to the Thani Mai Temple and see the sunrise or sunset
• Siddha Gufa: Nepal’s largest cave
• Hike from Bandipur to Ramkot
• Check out the Newari architecture of Bandipur
• Visit the Silkworm Farm in Bandipur
• Eat and drink in one of the cute cafes and restaurants in Bandipur
• Try Newari food

Check out my Travel Guide to Bandipur here!

4. Chitwan National Park in April

Chitwan Weather in April

The average temperature is between 15-28 °C (59-82 °F) in Chitwan in April. Chitwan is in the southern part of Nepal and it tends to get much warmer than Kathmandu.

What’s the Best Time to Visit Chitwan?

The best time to visit Chitwan is in February-March. Between February-March, the grass inside the Chitwan National Park is lower and thus, the visibility is better to spot wildlife.

Generally, Chitwan can be visited anytime from mid-September to May and have a chance of spotting wildlide.

However, during the monsoon season (June-August), the grass grows very high due to the rain. So if you are visiting Chitwan straight after the monsoon season, it is more difficult to spot wildlife due to the grass.

If you really want to spot wildlife, it is best to go for 1-3 whole day safari inside the Chitwan National Park, as the deeper into the park you go, the more chance you have of spotting tigers.

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Visiting Chitwan in April

The best time to visit Chitwan is between February-March as the grass is low and you will have the most chance of spotting wildlife at this time.

April is still an ideal time to visit Chitwan as the grass is still not too high yet.

The temperature can get hot in April in Chitwan so make sure to pack sunscreen, sunhat and plenty of water if you go on a jungle safari.

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Things to Do in Chitwan in April

• Jungle safari (walking or jeep)
• Canoe on the Rapti River
• Cycle to Bis Hazaari Lake (20,000 Lake)
• Chill by the Riverside Sunset View Point
• Support the welfare of elephants: Stand Up 4 Elephants

🦏 Check out my Travel Guide to Chitwan here!

5. Bardia National Park in April

Bardia National Park Weather in April

The average temperature is between 21-36 °C (70-97 °F) in Bardia in April. Bardia National Park is in the south of Nepal and gets much hotter than Kathmandu in April.

What is the Best Time to Visit Bardia National Park?

The best time to visit the Bardia National Park is in February-March. Between February-March, the grass inside the park is lower and thus, the visibility is better to spot wildlife.

Generally, Bardia can be visited anytime from mid-September to May and have a chance of spotting wildlide.

However, during the monsoon season (June-August), the grass grows very high due to the rain. So if you are visiting Bardia after the monsoon season, it will be more difficult to spot wildlife due to the grass.

If you really want to spot wildlife, it is best to go for 1-3 whole day safaris inside the Bardia National Park, as the deeper into the park you go, the more chance you have of spotting tigers, elephants or rhinos.

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Visiting Bardia National Park in April

It is the best time to visit Bardia between February-March as the grass is low and you will have the most chance of spotting wildlife at this time.

April is still an ideal time to visit Bardia as the grass is still not too high yet to prevent you from spotting wildlife.

The temperature can get hot in April in Bardia so make sure to pack sunscreen, sunhat and plenty of water when you go on a jungle safari.

Things to Do in Bardia National Park in April

• Jungle safari (walking or jeep)
• Rafting
• Bird Watching
• Sunset Point

🐅 Check out my Travel Guide to Bardia National Park here!

6. Tansen in April

Tansen Weather in April

The average temperature is between 15-30 °C (59-86 °F) in Tansen in April.

Tansen is a great place to visit in April as the weather is sunny and you get clear views of the Himalayas.

What is the Best Time to Visit Tansen?

The best time to visit Tansen is between October to mid-December or mid-February to May which is when you have the best views of the Himalayas.

However, generally, anytime between October-May is considered a good time.

The least favourable time to visit Tansen is during the monsoon season (June-August), however, there are plenty of things to do in Tansen if you happen to be there when it rains.

Visiting Tansen in April

Tansen remains one of the less visited places in Nepal and is the perfect getaway to experience a small Nepali town.

Tansen has some really good homestays where the owners are really friendly and can recommend a lot of activities in Tansen.

The temperature is warm and sunny in Tansen in April. On a clear day, Tansen also has great views of the Himalayas, which makes it great to visit.

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Best Things to Do in Tansen in April

• Hike to Shreenagar Hill and Tansen View Tower
• Visit Rani Mahal (the “Taj Mahal” of Nepal)
• Tansen Durbar and Museum
• Temples
• Eat Newari food
• Shop items made from Dhaka fabric (perfect souvenir to take home!)

Check out my Travel Guide to Tansen here!

7. Gorkha in April

Gorkha Weather in April

The average temperature is around 19 °C (66 °F) in Gorkha in April.

Gorkha is in the hilly region in Nepal and it receives a lot of sunshine during the day. So the sunshine keeps Gorkha feel much warmer and with the nice views of the Himalayas, it is a great place to visit in April.

What’s the Best Time to Visit Gorkha?

The best time to visit Gorkha is between October to Mid-December and Mid-February to May. During this time, the temperature is pleasant and the views are usually clear to see the Himalayas.

Generally, it is a good time to visit Gorkha anytime from late September until the end of May.

Visiting Gorkha in April

Gorkha is a small town on the way between Kathmandu and Pokhara, and is a historically significant place in Nepali history.

Nepal used to be made of many smaller kingdoms and Prithvi Narayan Shah, the king of the Gorkha Kingdom, started the unification process of Nepal. Gorkha is also known as the place where the Gurkha soldiers originate from.

Visiting Gorkha in April is one of the best times. The weather is warm, the skies are clear and you get nice views of the Himalayas.

Things to Do in Gorkha in April

When visiting Gorkha, make sure to see the sunrise from the Gorkha Durbar. It’s really beautiful and you can get up there in about 30-45 minutes from the town centre.

• Sunrise at the Gorkha Durbar
• Gorkha Museum
• Bhimsen Thapa Park
• Hiking

Check out my Travel Guide to Gorkha here!

8. Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve in April

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve Weather in April

The Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve is located in the southern, Tarai region of Nepal. The weather in April can get hot in the Tarai, thus in Koshi Tappu as well.

Although the main season in Koshi Tappu is from November to March, April can still provide a good time to spot wildlife.

From May onwards, the weather become very hot in Koshi Tappu and so it is best to visit it before the hot and humid months of May-August.

What is the Best Time to Visit Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve?

There are different reasons to visit the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve depending on the seasons. Each season is characterized by the best chances of spotting specific animals.

Depending on the season, you are likely to see the following animals:

• October – November: summer migratory birds
• December – January: winter migratory birds
• Mid-February – March: wild elephants

Visiting Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve in April

Koshi Tappu is the most popular place for spotting the winter migratory birds that can be spotted between December-January.

If you visit in April, you will not be able to spot the winter migratory birds but you will be able to see many other types of birds that habit Koshi Tappu.

Apart from bird watching, Koshi Tappu is famous for its arna (wild water buffalo) and gangetic dolphin habitat that you can spot all year round.

The weather gets really hot and humid from May onwards, so April is still considered as a good time to visit Koshi Tappu.

Things to Do in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve in April

• Bird watching
• Wildlife: gangetic dolphins, arna (wild water buffalo), crocodiles, deer
• Safari in tuktuk or on motorbike

🐬 Check out my Travel Guide to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve here!

9. Janakpur in April

Janakpur Weather in April

The average temperature is between 24-37 °C (75-93 °F) in Janakpur in April.

The weather can get petty hot in Janakpur in April but it is still a good time to visit, it is not as hot yet as it is in May or June.

What’s the Best Time to Visit Janakpur?

The best time to visit Janakpur is between October-November and March-April.

Jankpur is in the south of Nepal and it gets very hot and humid during the monsoon (June-August). While in the winter (December-February), it gets very little sunshine, thus, it can even get colder than Kathmandu.

Visiting Janakpur in April

The weather can get hot in Janakpur in April but it is still a good time to visit, as it is not too hot yet.

Janakpur is mostly famous for its Hindu temples and those coming here to perform praying ceremonies.

Apart from the temples, Janakpur also has Nepal’s only railway station, so it can be fun to check it out. But to be honest, the railway station is very small, so can be a bit disappointing.

Janakpur is also known for Mithila paintings which you will see painted on walls all around the city. The town is also close to India, so there are a lot of Indian snacks and sweets available in Janakpur.

Best Things to Do in Janakpur in April

• Janaki Mandir (Janaki Temple)
• Shree Ram Janaki Biwah Mandir
• Mithila paintings
• Indian street food and sweets
• Janakpurdham Railway Station (Nepal’s Only Railway Station)

Check out my Travel Guide to Janakpur here!

10. Lumbini in April

Lumbini Weather in April

The average temperature is between 26-38 °C (79-100 °F) in Lumbini in April.

In April, the weather can get hot in Lumbini so make sure to have sunscreen and drink plenty of water.

What is the Best Time to Visit Lumbini?

The best time to visit Lumbini is between October-November and mid-February to April. The weather is the most ideal during these times.

Lumbini is in the south of Nepal and it gets very hot and humid between May-August.

While in the winter months (December-February), it gets very little sunshine, thus, it can even get colder than Kathmandu.

Visiting Lumbini in April

In April, the weather gets hot in Lumbini but it is still not as hot as it usually is in May or June.

Make sure to take sunscreen and drink plenty of water while out and about in Lumbini.

Best Things to Do in Lumbini in April

• Maya Devi Temple
• Lumbini Monastic Zone
• Eternal Peace Flame
• World Peace Pagoda

Check out my Travel Guide to Lumbini here!

Trekking in Nepal in April

April is one of the best times to go trekking in Nepal. The weather is good, and it is one of the main trekking seasons, so the trekking routes are busy with trekkers.

There is very little chance for snow in April but the weather patterns can be unpredictable, so check the weather forecast before leaving for the trek.

For snow in Nepal in April in high altitude, make sure to pack:

• Crampons: for trekking safely on icy trails
• Nalgene water bottle: you can fill the bottle with hot water, put it inside your sleeping at night and it will work like a heater
• Sleeping bag liner
• Thermal layers
• Wool jumpers
• Wind jacket

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Festivals in Nepal in April

Nepal is known for its many festivals and holidays and October-November is usually the main holiday season in Nepal.

The dates of Nepali holidays change every year as Nepal uses the lunar calendar.

🎆 Check the festival and holiday calendar for Nepal here!

Nepali New Year and Bisket Jatra

The Nepali New Year is celebrated in the middle of April and it usually falls around the same date as the Bisket Jatra Festival.

Nepal follows the Bikram Sambat, which is a lunar calendar following the cycles of the moon. An interesting fact is that the Bikram Sambat is 57 years ahead of the Gregorian Calendar. So for example 2026 is the year 2083 in Nepal.

Bhaktapur holds an annual Bisket Jatra festival around the time of the Nepali New Year. It is celebrated by pulling big chariots across Bhaktapur. So if you are in Kathmandu at this time, it is worth checking out Bisket Jatra in Bhaktapur.

Packing for Nepal in April

The weather in April is warm and sunny, almost like summer time in Europe. So as for clothes, you can pack light, summer clothes.

If you go trekking, although the daytime will be sunny in the mountains, it can still get windy and cold at nights. For trekking in April, it is good to pack warm layers.

If you go trekking, here are a few things to pack for Nepal in April:

• Nalgene water bottle: you can fill the bottle with hot water, put it inside your sleeping at night and it will work like a heater
• Sleeping bag liner
• Thermal layers
• Wool jumpers
• Wind jacket