Climate Insights for Birgunj

Parsa, Madhesh Province, Nepal

Hottest
April
37°C peak98°F peak
Coldest
January
10°C low51°F low
Wettest
July
405 mm rain15.9 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Birgunj is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,477 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 405 mm of rainfall. Birgunj is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Birgunj is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 58.2 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 15.9 in of rainfall. Birgunj is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 51°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 10°FebMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 13°MarMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°AprMax: 37°Average: 29°Min: 23°MayMax: 36°Average: 30°Min: 25°JunMax: 35°Average: 31°Min: 27°JulMax: 33°Average: 30°Min: 27°AugMax: 33°Average: 30°Min: 27°SepMax: 33°Average: 29°Min: 26°OctMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 22°NovMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 16°DecMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 51°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 90°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FAprMax: 98°FAverage: 85°FMin: 73°FMayMax: 96°FAverage: 86°FMin: 78°FJunMax: 96°FAverage: 88°FMin: 81°FJulMax: 92°FAverage: 86°FMin: 81°FAugMax: 92°FAverage: 85°FMin: 81°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 84°FMin: 79°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 80°FMin: 72°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 76°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°F
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Temperatures in Birgunj vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Birgunj vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 85°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 59°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9mmFebPrecipitation: 16mmMarPrecipitation: 16mmAprPrecipitation: 35mmMayPrecipitation: 114mmJunPrecipitation: 197mmJulPrecipitation: 405mmAugPrecipitation: 332mmSepPrecipitation: 273mmOctPrecipitation: 74mmNovPrecipitation: 1mmDecPrecipitation: 6mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.4inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inMarPrecipitation: 0.6inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inMayPrecipitation: 4.5inJunPrecipitation: 7.8inJulPrecipitation: 15.9inAugPrecipitation: 13.1inSepPrecipitation: 10.7inOctPrecipitation: 2.9inNovPrecipitation: 0inDecPrecipitation: 0.2in
Precipitation

Birgunj is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,477 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 123 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 405 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 1 mm. That's 403 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Birgunj is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 58.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.8 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 15.9 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0 in. That's 15.9 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Birgunj is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Birgunj is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan15°59°F
Feb19°66°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr29°85°F
May30°86°F
Jun31°88°F
Jul30°86°F
Aug30°85°F
Sep29°84°F
Oct27°80°F
Nov21°71°F
Dec17°62°F

The best time to visit Birgunj is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Birgunj is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 98°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Birgunj based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Birgunj based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
10 °C51 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h3 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C56 °F
27 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C65 °F
32 °C90 °F
8 km/h5 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C73 °F
37 °C98 °F
9 km/h6 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C78 °F
36 °C96 °F
9 km/h5 mph
114 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
27 °C81 °F
35 °C96 °F
9 km/h6 mph
197 mm7.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
27 °C81 °F
33 °C92 °F
10 km/h6 mph
405 mm15.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
27 °C81 °F
33 °C92 °F
8 km/h5 mph
332 mm13.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
26 °C79 °F
33 °C91 °F
7 km/h4 mph
273 mm10.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C72 °F
32 °C90 °F
5 km/h3 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C53 °F
24 °C76 °F
5 km/h3 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in