5
High
Extreme Heat Risk in Kathmandu, Nepal
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
Risk: 5Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating for Kathmandu based on ThinkHazard (Extreme heat)
- 3 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Largest recent event exposed 10,400,000 people
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Extreme Cold - Northern Nepal (2026-01-16) — 10,400,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
Kathmandu is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How Kathmandu Compares
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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near Kathmandu
Extreme Cold - Northern Nepal
January 15, 2026 — WARNING
10,400,000 people exposed; $20,794M capital exposed
Extreme Cold - Nepal
January 8, 2018 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat - Nepal
June 1, 2023 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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