Best Time to Hike Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Annapurna Base Camp Trek
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F7°C | 28°F-2°C | 9 mm | 3 |
| February | 42°F6°C | 25°F-4°C | 40 mm | 8 |
| March | 48°F9°C | 31°F0°C | 140 mm | 20 |
| April | 55°F13°C | 38°F4°C | 264 mm | 28 |
| May | 58°F15°C | 46°F8°C | 257 mm | 30 |
| June | 62°F17°C | 52°F11°C | 492 mm | 30 |
| July | 63°F17°C | 56°F13°C | 723 mm | 31 |
| August | 62°F17°C | 55°F13°C | 488 mm | 31 |
| September | 62°F17°C | 53°F11°C | 396 mm | 30 |
| October | 56°F13°C | 44°F7°C | 110 mm | 21 |
| November | 50°F10°C | 37°F3°C | 65 mm | 11 |
| December | 49°F10°C | 33°F1°C | 3 mm | 1 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike Annapurna Base Camp Trek are December. Expect daytime highs around 50°F10°C and nights near 34°F1°C.
Pack warm layers and a proper insulating jacket — nights get cold even in the best window.
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