Kathmandu in May — Worth Visiting?

NP · 2026 Crowd Index Analysis

50
Low Crowds
May crowd index (out of 100)
Great time to visit — fewer tourists, shorter queues
January 65/100 Moderate
February 55/100 Moderate
March 60/100 Moderate
April 55/100 Moderate
May 50/100 Low
June 35/100 Low
July 35/100 Low
August 35/100 Low
September 45/100 Low
October 70/100 High
November 65/100 Moderate
December 55/100 Moderate
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
✅ May is an excellent time to visit Kathmandu. Attractions are less crowded, wait times are short, and accommodation tends to be more affordable.
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纳加阔特
other
帕斯帕提那寺
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帕坦王宫广场
landmark
加德满都看日出
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巴克塔普尔王宫广场
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Ratna Park
other
梦幻花园
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Is May a good time to visit Kathmandu?
Kathmandu in May has a crowd index of 50/100 (Low). This is one of the best months to visit, with fewer tourists and shorter queues.
What is the best month to visit Kathmandu?
The best months to visit Kathmandu with fewest crowds are June (35/100), July (35/100), and August (35/100).
When is Kathmandu most crowded?
Kathmandu is busiest in October (70/100), January (65/100), and November (65/100). Plan accordingly if visiting during these months.