Chitwan & the Terai · – · –
Chitwan & the Terai in May
The hottest month. Temperatures pass 35 °C most days and humidity rises ahead of the monsoon. The park is open and rhinos wallow in plain sight, but sitting in a jeep at noon is hard work. We only suggest May for travellers who handle heat well and want lower rates. Devghat and Janakpur are best kept to early mornings. Bring light, long-sleeved clothing for sun and insects, and plan a rest at midday in your lodge.
Local tip for May
Carry at least 3 litres of water per person each day and an electrolyte sachet or two.
Where to go in May
Chitwan & the Terai175 mSauraha
The Rapti riverbank where most Chitwan safaris begin
Chitwan & the Terai200 mDevghat
Where the Kali Gandaki and Trishuli become the Narayani
Chitwan & the Terai165 mKasara
Chitwan's park headquarters and its gharial nursery
Elsewhere in Nepal in May
Questions
Is May a good time to visit Chitwan & the Terai?
The hottest month. Temperatures pass 35 °C most days and humidity rises ahead of the monsoon. The park is open and rhinos wallow in plain sight, but sitting in a jeep at noon is hard work. We only suggest May for travellers who handle heat well and want lower rates. Devghat and Janakpur are best kept to early mornings. Bring light, long-sleeved clothing for sun and insects, and plan a rest at midday in your lodge.
What is the weather like in Chitwan & the Terai in May?
Chitwan 23–37 °C, very hot and humid. Conditions change fast with altitude, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Chitwan & the Terai in May?
We suggest Sauraha, Devghat, Kasara. Carry at least 3 litres of water per person each day and an electrolyte sachet or two.