Weather & Timing
Best Season for Everest Base Camp Trek
Detailed month-by-month weather analysis, temperatures at high altitude, Lukla flight reliability, and crowd levels for planning your Himalayan adventure.
Spring vs. Autumn in Everest
🌸 Spring (March - May)
Rhododendron Blossoms & Expedition Base Camps
Warmer temperatures, blooming wild flora, and vibrant base camp energy with active Everest climbing expeditions set up on the Khumbu Glacier.
- ✓ Mild daytime temperatures (10°C to 15°C at lower elevations)
- ✓ Everest Base Camp active with colorful expedition tents
- ✓ Lukla flights generally reliable in early morning
🍂 Autumn (Sept - Nov)
Crystal Clear Skies & Sharpest Mountain Vistas
Universally rated as the #1 peak season. Post-monsoon air provides crisp, cloudless skies with unmatched panoramic mountain photography.
- ✓ Clear blue skies & 100% mountain visibility
- ✓ Stable post-monsoon weather patterns
- ✓ Vibrant Sherpa festivals (Mani Rimdu at Tengboche)
Temperature & Trail Conditions Table
| Month | Namche Temp (3,440m) | Gorak Shep Temp (5,140m) | Visibility | Trail Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 5°C / -5°C | -5°C / -15°C | Good | Great • Spring Start |
| April | 12°C / -2°C | 0°C / -10°C | Excellent | ⭐ Peak Spring Season |
| May | 16°C / 2°C | 5°C / -5°C | Moderate | Great • Warmest Month |
| June - Aug | 18°C / 8°C | 8°C / 0°C | Low (Monsoon) | Monsoon Rain / Raincoat |
| September | 14°C / 4°C | 3°C / -6°C | Improving | Good • Autumn Start |
| October | 12°C / -1°C | 0°C / -12°C | 100% Clear | ⭐ #1 Best Month Ever |
| November | 7°C / -6°C | -4°C / -16°C | 100% Clear | Excellent • Crisp Vistas |
| Dec - Feb | 2°C / -10°C | -10°C / -22°C | Clear / Cold | Quiet / Extreme Cold Gear |
Planning Your Trek Timeline?
Explore our peak-season departure itineraries: 14-Day EBC Trek, Cho La Pass Trek, Three Passes Trek, and Lobuche Peak Expedition. Check our Everest Packing List and Fixed Departure Dates.