The short answer
Spring (March to May) is for rhododendron blooms, warm valleys and busy trails. Monsoon (June to September) is for green terraces, full waterfalls and quiet hills, though mountain views are poor. Autumn (October to November) is the clearest, with festivals and the best views. Winter (December to February) gives crisp skies, snow on the heights and a calm Kathmandu valley.
Pick the season for the thing you want most. If it is mountain views, choose autumn. If it is flowers, spring. If it is waterfalls and green hills, July to September. If it is snow, winter and a high place.
Key facts
- Spring
- Rhododendron, warm days
- Monsoon
- Green, waterfalls, rain
- Autumn
- Clearest, festivals
- Winter
- Crisp, snow, quiet
How it works
- Name your priorityViews, flowers, waterfalls or snow.
- Match the seasonUse the calendar above.
- Check the regionUse regions at a glance.
- Plan for crowdsAutumn is busiest.
- Book earlyKey hotels fill.
Insider tip
Choose one headline attraction and the month follows from it.
Avoid this
Do not assume all regions share the same season; the north differs from the south.
Related questions
Which is the best season overall?
Autumn for clarity, spring for flowers.
Is winter good?
Yes for clear skies, but cold in the mountains.
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