Season & Weather Guide
Best Time for Milam Glacier – Ralam Traverse Expedition — Month-by-Month Guide
June and September are the only logical windows for the full loop.
Seasonal Overview
May-June and September-October. Avoid monsoon due to landslide-prone roads to Munsiyari.
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Peak Season
june, september
Off Season
july, august, december
Season at a Glance
Month-by-Month Trail Guide
January
Conditions
Crowds
none
Closed. Extreme winter conditions.
February
Conditions
Crowds
none
Closed. Extreme winter conditions.
March
Conditions
Crowds
none
Early season. Deep snow accumulations.
April
Conditions
Crowds
low
Early season. Deep snow accumulations.
May
RecommendedConditions
Crowds
low
Prime pre-monsoon window. Good snow stability.
June
RecommendedConditions
Best visibility of Nanda Devi. Meadows are lush.
Crowds
medium
Prime pre-monsoon window. Good snow stability.
July
Conditions
Crowds
low
Monsoon danger. Landslides and severe rains.
August
Conditions
Crowds
none
Monsoon danger. Landslides and severe rains.
September
RecommendedConditions
Best air clarity. Snow-free pass crossing.
Crowds
high
Crystal clear skies. Best visibility of the year.
October
RecommendedConditions
Crowds
medium
Crystal clear skies. Best visibility of the year.
November
Conditions
Crowds
none
Winter setting in. Sub-zero temperatures rapid.
December
Conditions
Crowds
none
Closed. Extreme winter conditions.
Weather Windows & Wind Patterns
Photography & Light Conditions
Best Light Season
Night Skies
Lens Recommendation
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