Annapurna Base Camp Trek Weather

Trek to Annapurna base camp, where the weather varies at different elevations from low warm sub-tropical Pokhara valley. That extends to a surrounding valley full of farm villages, to cooler mid-green hills, and towards the arctic zone at Annapurna base camp and beautiful sanctuary. Annapurna base camp trek weather depends upon the season of the year, whereas Nepal and the Himalayan region with four main seasons. Spring (March to May), summer with monsoon wet months of June to August, and autumn or fall (September to November) and the coldest time of winter season (December to February).

Popular Season for ABC Trek

The most favorable and popular main season is spring when most days are clear for views and pleasant walks all the way to Annapurna sanctuary and base camp. This is one of the much warmer times in the Himalayas and around the Annapurna Region, where days are longer with enough sun-light hours till late afternoon from early morning.

The temperatures are perfect with fine days, where the sometimes Himalayan climate can be unpredictable with unfavorable bad weather for few days, with light afternoon rain on lower mid-green hills and snow-fall on the higher altitude from 3,000 meters above. More or less one of the best times in spring season for Annapurna base camp trek and around Himalaya region where one can enjoy clear morning views of the dramatic scenery of beautiful landscapes and an array of snow-capped peaks. The next best season weather-wise is in autumn or fall times from September to November months, one of the main and much popular time for scenic with a pleasant trek to Annapurna base camp and around the massive Himalayas.

How to find the best weather before hiking to Annapurna Base Camp?

Usually, the Autumn/fall season starts from September to November a perfect time to catch the spectacular panorama of the Himalayas Mountain range and the Annapurna series of peaks. Where days are crystal clear with super blue sky nearly all days of the season, which makes the trek more exciting and enjoyable with constant views of high snow-capped peaks.

However, morning and late afternoon can be very cold where temperatures might drop to below – 05 degrees Celsius sometimes with chances of snow on higher altitude above 2, 500 meters. Although one of the best and perfect season of autumn/fall where sunlight hours are much shorter than in spring and summer times, as it gets dark from late afternoon onward till 6 a.m. morning.

Furthermore, the temperature is just right with a sunny day during day time from late morning till 4 p.m. afternoon. But a clear starry and bright night on high altitude and at Annapurna base camp. This is the great season where one can enjoy snow mountain views along with bright full moon night, truly a perfect time for Annapurna base camp trek and around the Himalayas region.

When is an ideal time to trek to Annapurna base camp?

Wintertime from December to February, freezing temperatures at Annapurna base camp with chances of heavy snow sometimes, where mercury level drops to below – 10 degrees Celsius or more. But most of the day is much clear for views of beautiful mountains and unique landscapes. During the winter season although a low time for trekking in Nepal and to Annapurna base camp, enjoy where you encounter a fewer number of trekkers.

Days are much shorter with sunlight hours due winter season where the sun hardly shines at Annapurna base camp from 7 a.m. onward till late afternoon by 5 p.m. it will be dusk with the cold breeze. In the winter season enjoy the calm weather with a night sky full of bright stars and silhouette views of the high snow mountain range that adds the extra charm of the adventure on the Annapurna Base Camp via mardi himal trek. To all know the best weather and favorable time before starting the Annapurna treks and discover the flora and fauna with neatness.

Average Temperature in Annapurna Base Camp Trek Route

Nepal experiences four seasons. These four seasons are monsoon/summer, autumn, winter, and spring. All these seasons’ temperature varies. So, the time of your trekking is crucial for successful completion of trekking. Moreover, the average temperature of Nepal is cool and warm. However, global warming has tolled greatly in climatic changes in Nepal. Nowadays, summer is very hot and winter is very cold. This is the same for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route too. So, choose to do Annapurna Base Camp Trek in the months of spring and autumn season. The average temperature in low-altitude places is about 15 to 22 degrees Celsius and high altitude places is about 0 to 5 degree Celsius during the months of spring season. In the autumn season, the trail is slightly colder and in late autumn season, the trail may experience snowfall.

How difference in vegetation affects weather conditions?

The change in vegetation directly affects the weather conditions. It can be understood in both ways. The difference in weather conditions may result in differences of vegetation. The journey of ABC Trek starts from Pokhara. At an altitude of 600 m, the vegetation is sub-tropical. Henceforth, there is a high chance of rainfall and hot climate is normal. As the elevation increases, the vegetation changes to alpine. It automatically helps in more cooler climatic experiences.

Is it windy in Annapurna Base Camp?

Yes, after noon, the Annapurna Base Camp becomes very windy. The cool breeze of fresh air coming out of the casement of mountains grazes trekkers. The strong wind is not expected but in some rare moments, the wind breeze can be very strong that you may have to stop walking and rest for wind to settle down.

Does it snow during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

It never snows throughout the year. Only during late autumn, early spring, and winter season the snowfall takes place. In Annapurna Base Camp Trekking route above three thousands meter altitude, the snowfall takes place. However, place like Ghorepani Poon Hill which is also in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route and is located at an altitude of 2800 m experiences snowfall during winter season.