Gorkha, Nepal: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Gorkha
- Important essentials for Gorkha
- Gorkha in January: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in February: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in March: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in April: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in May: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in June: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in July: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in August: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in September: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in October: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in November: weather and what to pack
- Gorkha in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Gorkha, Nepal
Based on the climate and weather in Gorkha, the best time to go is March. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Gorkha, Nepal
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gorkha, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and M. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you may want to check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Gorkha. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Barhaghare travelers will do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Gorkha, Nepal by month
January
If you go to Gorkha in January, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Long skirts
- Dresses
- Standard footwear
- Socks
- Light jacket or fleece
- Pants or jeans
February
If you go to Gorkha in February, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Standard footwear
- Pants or jeans
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long skirts
- Socks
March
If you go to Gorkha in March, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C). There is frost once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Sandals
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Bug repellent
- Skirts
- Shorts or short pants
- Sunscreen lotion
- Light footwear
April
If you are traveling to Gorkha in April, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Shorts or short pants
- Sunscreen lotion
- Skirts
- Sandals
- Bug repellent
- Dresses
- Light footwear
- Long and short sleeve shirts
May
May in Gorkha is hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Dresses
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunglasses
- Bug repellent
- Skirts
- Short sleeve shirts
- Shorts
- Insulated water bottle
- A rain coat to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings don't get wet. We like: this one
June
If you are traveling to Gorkha in June, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Short sleeve shirts
- Skirts
- Waterproof sandals
- Bug repellent
- Shorts
- Insulated water bottle
- Dresses
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Sunglasses
- A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We recommend: this one
July
July is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sunglasses
- Short sleeve shirts
- Shorts
- Bug repellent
- Insulated water bottle
- Skirts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Dresses
- Waterproof sandals
- A rain coat to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We like: this one
August
August here is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Skirts
- Bug repellent
- Sunglasses
- Dresses
- Insulated water bottle
- Shorts
- Short sleeve shirts
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We like these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases stay dry. We recommend: this one
September
September in this region is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Skirts
- Insulated water bottle
- Shorts
- Bug repellent
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Short sleeve shirts
- Dresses
- Sunglasses
- A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things don't get wet. We like: this one
October
Traveling to Gorkha in October, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Shorts or short pants
- Bug repellent
- Sandals
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Sunscreen lotion
- Skirts
- Light footwear
- Dresses
November
If you go to Gorkha in November, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C). There is frost once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sandals
- Bug repellent
- Light footwear
- Sunscreen lotion
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Shorts or short pants
December
December here very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Pants or jeans
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Dresses
- Long skirts
- Standard footwear
- Light jacket or fleece
- Socks
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