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Outdoor activities Potential

56/100

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Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

November, December, January

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-9°C – 7°C

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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.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Annapurna Circuit

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (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.
82
June
32Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
103
July
30Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 40Weather conditions can vary significantly.
181
August
26Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 40Weather conditions can vary significantly.
188
September
30Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
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October
51Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
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).

Quick summary: visiting Annapurna Circuit

When is the best time to visit Annapurna Circuit for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Annapurna Circuit for outdoor activities is typically in November, December, January, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Annapurna Circuit?

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Rainy season typically: July–August. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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