Best Time to Visit Annapurna Circuit for Winter Activities | Weather by Month

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Winter Activities Potential

100/100

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Best Time

January, February, December

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-9°C – 7°C

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❄️ Planning a winter trip to Annapurna Circuit?

The best time to visit Annapurna Circuit for winter activities is January, February, December, when conditions are ideal for experiences like northern lights, dog sledding, and snow excursions. If you're planning your trip during this period, it’s a good idea to explore available tours and places to stay in advance.

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See at a glance which months offer the best winter activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Winter months in Annapurna Circuit offer the highest chances of seeing the northern lights and enjoying snow-based activities.

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Winter Activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Annapurna Circuit

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	100Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-9°	-1°	26	4.1	10%	dry
February	100Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-8°	0°	39	4.6	15%	dry
March	98Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-4°	3°	54	5.1	11%	shoulder
April	94Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-1°	7°	54	5.6	7%	shoulder
May	80Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	3°	10°	82	10.2	8%	shoulder
June	20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	6°	13°	103	14.7	9%	shoulder
July	20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 40Weather conditions can vary significantly.	7°	13°	181	21.8	8%	wet
August	20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 40Weather conditions can vary significantly.	7°	12°	188	21.3	7%	wet
September	35Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	5°	11°	109	15.6	4%	shoulder
October	94Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	0°	7°	28	3.7	10%	dry
November	91Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-5°	4°	13	1.9	12%	dry
December	99Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-7°	1°	19	2	11%	dry