Outdoor activities Potential
Suboptimal
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
November, December, January
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Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Annapurna Circuit for hiking is November, December, January, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
Climate Heatmap
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Annapurna Circuit, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Annapurna Circuit
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 52Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -9° | 26 |
February | 49Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -8° | 39 |
March | 48Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -4° | 54 |
April | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -1° | 54 |
May | 37Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 3° | 82 |
June | 32Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 103 |
July | 30Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 40Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 7° | 181 |
August | 26Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 40Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 7° | 188 |
September | 30Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 5° | 109 |
October | 51Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 0° | 28 |
November | 56Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -5° | 13 |
December | 54Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -7° | 19 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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