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What's the weather like for trekking in Nepal each month? This month-by-month guide covers temperatures, skies, trail conditions, and the best treks…
By Travel Himalaya Nepal · Jun 18, 2026
The two best trekking windows are October–November (clearest, most stable skies) and March–April (warm, rhododendrons in bloom). Winter (Dec–Feb) suits lower-altitude treks like Poon Hill and Ghandruk; high passes such as Thorong La are often snow-closed…
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Nepal's trekking conditions change dramatically through the year. Here's what to expect each month so you can time your trek perfectly. For the bigger picture, see our guide to the best time to trek in Nepal .
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Cold and clear. Excellent visibility, very quiet trails, but sub-zero nights at altitude and high passes (Thorong La, Three Passes) often snow-closed. Best for low/mid-altitude treks: Poon Hill, Ghandruk, lower Langtang.
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Still cold but warming late in the month; clear skies. Similar to January — great for lower treks, high passes still risky. Quiet and beautiful.
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Spring begins. Warming, rhododendrons start blooming at lower elevations, generally clear with occasional afternoon haze. Excellent all-round trekking month; high passes start opening.
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Peak spring season. Warm, rhododendron forests in full bloom, good views (some haze possible), and the Himalayan climbing season is in full swing. One of the best months for almost any trek.
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Warm to hot at lower elevations, increasing haze and the first pre-monsoon showers late in the month. Still good high up; great for high-altitude treks before the rains. Can be hazy for views.
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Monsoon arrives. Hot, humid, wet, with cloud hiding the peaks and leeches on the trails. Trek only in the rain-shadow regions (Upper Mustang, Dolpo) or do cultural/wildlife travel.
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Peak monsoon. Heavy rain, landslides, frequent flight delays, obscured views. Best avoided for mountain trekking; rain-shadow treks (Mustang, Dolpo, Nar Phu) remain viable and lush.
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Monsoon retreats, usually clearing mid-to-late month. The landscape is brilliant green and washed clean. Trails quiet early in the month, filling as autumn begins. A lovely transitional time.
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The best month. Crystal-clear post-monsoon skies, stable weather, comfortable temperatures, and Nepal's biggest festivals (Dashain, Tihar). Peak season — book ahead. Ideal for every trek.
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Also superb. Clear and stable, slightly cooler, with excellent views. The second half of peak season — still busy, still excellent for all treks including EBC and the Circuit.
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