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Mustāng, Nepal

Gandaki Pradesh · Nepal

Mustāng is a small town in Gandaki Pradesh, Nepal with a population of 1,899. Elevation: 12,539 ft (3,822 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,899 Population 88/sq mi density
12,539 ft Elevation 3,822 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
15.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone

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About Mustāng

Mustāng

Lomanthang is a rural municipality in Mustang district in Gandaki Province of western Nepal. It is located at the northern end of the district, bordering the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north and Lo-Ghekar Damodarkunda rural municipality of Mustang in the south.

People

Population1,899
Density88/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation12,539 ft (3,822 m)
Population1,899
Population Density88 / sq mi
Elevation12,539 ft (3,822 m)
Coordinates29.1832°, 83.9563°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceGandaki Pradesh
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (389 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)

About Mustāng

Mustāng is a small town in Nepal (Gandaki Pradesh) with a population of 1,899. The city sits at an elevation of 12,539 feet (3,822 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kathmandu.

Mustāng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,539 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below Nepal avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,539 ft (3,822 m)
Area21.6 sq mi (56.0 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates29.1832°N, 83.9563°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.3"
60% below Nepal avg
Snowfall 8.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

115 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 28, 2025.

Apr 25, 2015 67 km NNE of Bharatpur, Nepal M7.8 130 km
Apr 25, 2015 71 km NNE of Bharatpur, Nepal M6.6 136 km
Apr 7, 2005 196 km NE of Jumla, Nepal M6.3 148 km
Nov 3, 1997 31 km SSE of Saga, China M5.5 139 km
Apr 25, 2015 Nepal M5.4 121 km
May 18, 2021 36 km E of Pokhara, Nepal M5.3 107 km
Aug 3, 2014 26 km ESE of Saga, China M5.2 150 km
Apr 25, 2015 48 km NNE of Bharatpur, Nepal M5.2 134 km
Apr 7, 2005 180 km NW of Saga, China M5.1 128 km
Aug 23, 2012 37 km NE of Besisahar, Nepal M5.0 147 km
Jun 13, 1992 81 km ESE of Jumla, Nepal M4.9 104 km
May 2, 2015 Nepal M4.9 118 km
May 19, 2021 33 km E of Pokhara, Nepal M4.9 103 km
Apr 27, 2015 43 km NNE of Bharatpur, Nepal M4.8 149 km
Jun 9, 2012 21 km NE of Pokhara, Nepal M4.8 89 km
May 20, 1990 31 km NW of B?glung, Nepal M4.8 100 km
Jan 31, 2015 3 km N of Pokhara, Nepal M4.8 98 km
Apr 12, 1993 38 km ENE of Besisahar, Nepal M4.7 149 km
Mar 29, 1995 60 km NNE of Pokhara, Nepal M4.7 52 km
Jan 4, 2017 194 km NW of Saga, China M4.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
April 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 41°F (5°C) 0.5 in
June 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in
October 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.4 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 1.3 in

Mustāng has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 20°F in January to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Mustāng

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lo-Kunphen Medical School - - - -
Great Compassion Boarding School - - - -
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Libraries in Mustāng

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lomanthang Community Library0.0

Hotels in Mustāng

13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Mandala
Hotel Mystique Himalayan
Hotel Peace
Hotel Potala
Hotel Roayal Mustang
Kailas Hotel
KC Heaven Hotel
Korala Guest House & Restaurant
Lo Ghami Guest House
Maya's Inn
Royal Mustang Resort
Shambala hotel
Tenzin Hotel & Guesthousr

Restaurants in Mustāng

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lo Manthang Thakali Kitchen
Lotus Hotel

Cafes in Mustāng

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ticket Office and Café

Castles in Mustāng

6 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castle ruins
Castle ruins
Higher Dzon (King's)
Lower Dzong (Queen's)
Old Royal Palace
Royal Palace

Airports Near Mustāng

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jomsom AirportJMOSmall Airport
Manang AirportNGXSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mustāng

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Choede Monastery
Ghar Gompa
Lo Garphu Monastery
Lo Niphu Monastery
Monastery School
Namgyal Gompa
Thugchen Gumba

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kathmandu

🇳🇵 About Nepal

Capital Kathmandu
Population 28,087,871
Area 140,800 km²
GDP (USD) $41,047,772,331
GDP per capita $1,382
HDI 0.601
Life expectancy 70.4 years
Internet users 55.8%
Urban population 66.5%
Currency NPR (Rupee)
Languages Nepali
Calling code +977
TLD .np
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mustāng

What is the population of Mustāng?

Mustāng has a population of 1,899 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 21.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mustāng?

Mustāng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

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