July presents the year's maximum rainfall, hitting a record high of 940mm (37.01"). The arrival of monsoons does not alter the city's otherwise consistent high temperature, which hovers around 30°C (86°F). The local landscape turns into a sight to behold with lush vegetation and filled-up water bodies. Despite heavy downpours,
Pokhara does not lose its charm, serving plentiful moments to observe nature's grandeur. The heightened UV Index adds another layer of majesty to an otherwise cloudy landscape—allowing for chilling sunsets.
Temperature
As Pokhara transitions into July, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 30°C (86°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Throughout July nights, Pokhara experiences a consistent temperature average of 22°C (71.6°F).
Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Pokhara is July, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 940mm (37.01") of precipitation.
Daylight
In Pokhara, the average length of the day in July is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 7:00 pm +0545.
Sunshine
July and
August, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
UV index
April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 12 during July translates into the following directions:
Take every essential safety procedure. Individuals with fair skin could sustain burns in less than 5 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity.