Season & Weather Guide
Best Time for Gunas Pass Trek — Month-by-Month Guide
June-September. August-September for optimal conditions. Views of surrounding peaks are cleanest and sharpest during these stable windows.
Seasonal Overview
June-September. August-September for optimal conditions.
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Peak Season
august, september
Off Season
october, november, december, january, february, march, april, may
September Fulaich
Key point
If timed for the Sarahan Fulaich date — the flower and harvest festival typically held in September — you can attend the local Kinnauri festival at Sarahan before beginning the trek. One of Himachal's finest local festivals in one of its finest temple towns.
Season at a Glance
Month-by-Month Trail Guide
January
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Closed. Extreme winter conditions.
February
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Closed. Extreme winter conditions.
March
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Early season. Deep snow accumulations.
April
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Early season. Deep snow accumulations.
May
RecommendedConditions
Pleasant temperatures and stable weather windows. Ideal clear views of high peaks.
Crowds
high
Prime pre-monsoon window. Good snow stability.
June
RecommendedConditions
Pleasant temperatures and stable weather windows. Ideal clear views of high peaks.
Crowds
high
Prime pre-monsoon window. Good snow stability.
July
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Monsoon danger. Landslides and severe rains.
August
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Monsoon danger. Landslides and severe rains.
September
RecommendedConditions
Pleasant temperatures and stable weather windows. Ideal clear views of high peaks.
Crowds
high
Crystal clear skies. Best visibility of the year.
October
RecommendedConditions
Pleasant temperatures and stable weather windows. Ideal clear views of high peaks.
Crowds
high
Crystal clear skies. Best visibility of the year.
November
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Winter setting in. Sub-zero temperatures rapid.
December
Conditions
Heavy monsoon rain landslide risks or winter snow blocking the high pass.
Crowds
none
Monsoon landslides or high pass winter snow
Closed. Extreme winter conditions.
Important Tips
June to September. Post-monsoon offers clear skies in the Rupin/Supin valleys.
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