Climate Insights for Dhangadhi
Kailali, Sudurpashchim Province, Nepal
Climate Overview
The climate in Dhangadhi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,300 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 474 mm of rainfall. Dhangadhi is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Dhangadhi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 51.2 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 18.6 in of rainfall. Dhangadhi is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 47°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Dhangadhi vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Dhangadhi vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 56°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Dhangadhi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,300 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 108 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 474 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 1 mm. That's 473 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.Dhangadhi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 18.7 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0 in. That's 18.6 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
Dhangadhi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Dhangadhi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Dhangadhi is during February, March, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 21 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Dhangadhi is during February, March, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 94°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 47°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 Dhangadhi 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 Dhangadhi 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.