Understanding the weather is essential when planning treks to the Mt. Everest region or exploring the Kanchenjunga Circuit treks. Each season offers unique experiences depending on your preferences and trekking goals. Here's a seasonal breakdown to help you decide:
March/April/May/June (Spring)
During springtime, the average temperature is 20°C (68°F), with a high of 25°C (77°F) during clear days and a low of – 15°C (5°F) overnight above 4000 meters.
July/August through early-September (Monsoon)
During the monsoon, the average temperature is 22°C (71.6°F), with a high of 30°C (86°F) during clear days and a low of- 5°C (23°F) overnight above 4000 meters.
Mid-September/October/November (Autumn)
The average temperature in autumn is 17°C (62.6°F), with a high of 20°C (68°F) during clear days and a low of – 15°C (5°F) overnight above 4000 meters.
December/January/February (Winter)
The average temperature is 10°C (50°F), with a high of 17°C (62.6°F) during clear days and a low of – 20°C (- 4°F) overnight above 4000 meters.
Here is an altitude chart (September to May)
|
Height |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
|
Katmandu |
16/28 |
14/26 |
7/22 |
1/20 |
1/18 |
4/20 |
7/25 |
12/28 |
16/30 |
|
1000 m |
20/28 |
16/25 |
11/22 |
6/20 |
5/19 |
8/20 |
11/25 |
15/29 |
17/30 |
|
2000 m |
13/22 |
10/21 |
4/17 |
1/14 |
0/13 |
1/14 |
4/18 |
8/22 |
12/23 |
|
3000 m |
11/19 |
6/18 |
1/15 |
-2/13 |
-3/12 |
-1/13 |
2/16 |
5/19 |
8/20 |
|
4000 m |
1/13 |
-3/12 |
-8/8 |
-10/6 |
-12/4 |
-10/5 |
-6/9 |
-3/12 |
-1/13 |
|
5000 m |
-1/10 |
-6/8 |
-11/6 |
-13/4 |
-18/3 |
-14/5 |
-8/7 |
-4/11 |
-2/12 |
