Seasonal Verdict

When should you go?

A massively popular, accessible year-round weekend trek. Spring and autumn provide clear skies and pleasant weather, while winter offers a reliable snow experience. The monsoon brings heavy rain, but the route remains highly active.

All YearPeak Season

Season at a Glance

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak
Recommended
Shoulder
Closed

Editor's Notes

Planning Tip

One of the best sunsets in Himachal.

Month by Month

What each month looks like

January

Peak Season

Conditions

Peak winter season. A highly accessible snow-trekking experience.

Crowds

high

-14C to 1CSnow: Very HighSky Clarity:

Closed. Extreme winter conditions.

February

Peak Season

Conditions

Peak winter season continues.

Crowds

high

-12C to 3CSnow: Very HighSky Clarity:

Closed. Extreme winter conditions.

March

Peak Season

Conditions

Spring begins. Snow melts, revealing green pastures.

Crowds

high

-7C to 8CSnow: HighSky Clarity:

Early season. Deep snow accumulations.

April

Peak Season

Conditions

Excellent spring trekking. The trail is extremely popular.

Crowds

high

-3C to 12CSnow: HighSky Clarity:

Early season. Deep snow accumulations.

May

Peak Season

Conditions

Warm summer weather. A popular escape from the plains heat.

Crowds

high

1C to 16CSnow: MediumSky Clarity:

Prime pre-monsoon window. Good snow stability.

June

Peak Season

Conditions

Pre-monsoon window. Highly stable conditions.

Crowds

high

4C to 19CSnow: MediumSky Clarity:

Prime pre-monsoon window. Good snow stability.

July

Peak Season

Conditions

Monsoon rains arrive. The trail is muddy and views are obscured, but hikers continue to visit.

Crowds

medium

6C to 17CSnow: LowSky Clarity:

Monsoon danger. Landslides and severe rains.

August

Peak Season

Conditions

Peak monsoon. Expect wet conditions, but the route remains operational.

Crowds

medium

5C to 16CSnow: LowSky Clarity:

Monsoon danger. Landslides and severe rains.

September

Peak Season

Conditions

The monsoon recedes. The meadows are vibrant and views are sharp.

Crowds

high

1C to 14CSnow: LowSky Clarity:

Crystal clear skies. Best visibility of the year.

October

Peak Season

Conditions

Crisp autumn air provides the absolute best clarity of the year.

Crowds

high

-4C to 10CSnow: LowSky Clarity:

Crystal clear skies. Best visibility of the year.

November

Peak Season

Conditions

Temperatures drop significantly, offering incredible clarity before winter.

Crowds

high

-9C to 5CSnow: HighSky Clarity:

Winter setting in. Sub-zero temperatures rapid.

December

Peak Season

Conditions

The first snowfalls arrive, kicking off the popular winter season.

Crowds

high

-13C to 2CSnow: Very HighSky Clarity:

Closed. Extreme winter conditions.

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