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Lumbini & the Buddha's Country in May
The hottest month on the plains, with afternoons often above 38 °C and occasional pre-monsoon storms. Buddha Jayanti usually falls in May, and the celebrations at Lumbini are the main reason to come. Otherwise, keep sightseeing to dawn and dusk and use the cooler hills of Tansen as a base.
Local tip for May
Plan the Sacred Garden for sunrise and rest through the afternoon heat.
Where to go in May
Lumbini & the Buddha's Country100 mLumbini
The garden where the Buddha was born, marked by Ashoka in 249 BCE
Lumbini & the Buddha's Country1,350 mTansen
Newar lanes, dhaka looms and brass karuwa on a Mahabharat ridge
Lumbini & the Buddha's Country2,100 mSwargadwari
The hilltop gateway to heaven, its sacred fire burning since 1895
Festivals around May
Elsewhere in Nepal in May
Questions
Is May a good time to visit Lumbini & the Buddha's Country?
The hottest month on the plains, with afternoons often above 38 °C and occasional pre-monsoon storms. Buddha Jayanti usually falls in May, and the celebrations at Lumbini are the main reason to come. Otherwise, keep sightseeing to dawn and dusk and use the cooler hills of Tansen as a base.
What is the weather like in Lumbini & the Buddha's Country in May?
Lumbini 25–38 °C, very hot; Tansen 18–28 °C. Conditions change fast with altitude, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Lumbini & the Buddha's Country in May?
We suggest Lumbini, Tansen, Swargadwari. Plan the Sacred Garden for sunrise and rest through the afternoon heat.