When is the best time to do Manaslu Circuit Trek?

1. Manaslu Trek in Spring Season

This season gives a remarkable revelation for hikers. As you trek through the routes, you'll see colorful blooms of rhododendrons, magnolias, and different wildflowers, painting the panorama with a mass of colors. 

This season, there is less possibility for avalanches, landslides, or floods for the duration of this time. The months of March, April, and May are protected within the spring season.

In March

March is the first month of the spring season. Manaslu trek conditions in March month chill temperatures and fresh nature. The weather is not hot at a lower region, and not very cold at a higher region. the scene of the Himalayan region is great, and the route is so good. The trails will be tranquil and peaceful during this month, allowing you to enjoy the untouched beauty.

The Manaslu circuit trek temperatures range from 2 to 8 degrees Celsius, and at night it can drop to -6 degrees Celsius. Which is perfect for a trek.

In April

The second month of this season is April, when flowers will have already bloomed, adding flavor to your trip. With this month's chill weather picturesque views of the Himalayan and uncovered off-the-beaten routes, then April is the best month for the trek to the Manaslu circuit.

The Nepali New Year in April is a festival and enjoy all around the country. If you trek this month, you get to be part of an important festival. The day temperature is from 6 to 12 degrees Celsius which is better for a trek.

In May

May is the end of the spring season. You will view the last blooms of spring flowers on the hillside. This month moves from spring to the summer season, so possibility of rain in late May. In May, you experience both spring and monsoon almost simultaneously. This month the views and nature are pretty good and offer charming mountain views.

The May month temperatures hover between 4 to 25 degrees Celsius. But, it's still comfortable trekking weather as the climate in the Manaslu region. The climate is stable, offering adventure to enthusiasts’ trekkers. It is the best time to start your journey to a high-altitude destination such as theEverest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek, and many more.

2. Trek to Manaslu Circuit in Autumn

Autumn is the best season for trekking in the routes of the Manaslu area. This season trekkers are very suitable to travel and plan your journey all around Nepal. It is also called Sharad Ritu in Nepal. The monsoon has ended, and new species of flowers are blooming along the forest path. You trekking during this season, you will explore the Nepali culture, and traditions and can enjoy the main festivals of Nepal i.e.Dashain and Tihar celebrated during this season. 

This month nature is a fresh, clear sky and cool warm weather makes this season best for traveling to higher elevations. The months of September, October, and November are protected within the spring season.

In September

September is the beginning of the autumn season. This month changed from monsoon to autumn. Thus, you can experience monsoon and autumn first-week rainfall. it would be best if you packed raincoats and waterproof clothes it might rain at the beginning of the month. However, there will be fewer people in the crowd, and all accommodations are not fully booked.

The temperature starts to decrease in the morning and night. In high elevations, the average temperature is 5 to 15 degrees Celsius. It reaches about 15 degrees in the lower area and 5 degrees in the upper areas.

In October

October is a suitable month to go trekking on the Manaslu circuit route. The weather is perfectly comfortable, and the Himalayan views are wonderful. It is the best month to trek in Nepal. People celebrate the main festivals, Dashain and Tihar, during this month. 

It is a hectic month of Autumn, providing the Manaslu area with rare and uninterrupted beauty. The trekking trails and teahouses are full because all trekkers are visiting this region. the climate condition is suitable, neither too cold nor too hot. The temperature at the higher altitude is 12 to 15 degrees Celsius, and at night drop 0 to -2 degrees Celsius.

In November

November is the best month for the Manaslu circuit trek in Nepal as it indicates the transition from autumn to winter with drier and colder weather. this month is the drier month of autumn, with no rainfall or snowfall. But it is the coldest month compared to other months.

The average temperature hovers around 12 to 13 degrees Celsius in the lower part of the route. And high altitudes the average temperature is -3 to 6 degrees Celsius. 

3. Manaslu Trek in the Summer Season

Summer season is also called monsoon season, where rainfall is always expected. So, the trekking trail is muddy, wet, and slippery. If you are planning to trek during this time your hike is more adventurous and you see breathtaking views of the natural phenomenon in the high altitude in the monsoon season.

Very less adventurous trek around Manaslu trek during monsoon season, the temperature is good and cool at lower elevation and higher elevations. So, you carry warm clothes and a raincoat if you are planning your journey during the summer season. This season Himalayas in the view are just too great and magical.

In June

June is the beginning of the monsoon season and provides a wonderful sense of nature. The weather is gradually humid, and you can feel nature wet and cold. The temperatures are around 10 to 25 degrees Celsius in the Manaslu region. However, Temperatures slightly decrease due to the continued rainfall but the humidity increases. It is a suitable month if you love rain, rainbows, and less crowded trails. 

In July

In July, the climate in Manaslu is fractured by increased rainfall and humidity, leading to higher temperatures in the area. It is the hottest and wettest season of the year. Temperatures range from 20 degrees Celsius in lower areas to between 10 and 5 degrees Celsius in the higher parts of the Manaslu region.

In August

On the Manaslu route, the month of June is compared to July. The average temperature in the lower reaches is 10 to 16 °C, and the higher elevations drop to 4 to 8 °C. It is the coldest of the monsoon months in Nepal. So, we suggest you carry good quality stuff like a rain jacket, warm clothes, and more important clothes because you change them when you get wet. It is useful for you.

4. Manaslu Circuit Trekking in the Winter Season

Winter is an offseason for trekkers in the Manaslu trek. The winter brings clear skies and a dry climate to the Manaslu circuit trek in Nepal. In the winter season from December to February, the low hiking season in the Manaslu circuit trek. the winter time is relatively short days, and long nights or cooler temperatures make this time low trekking season in the Manaslu area. 

Most of the teahouses get closed, and some only provide accommodation services. You have to be well prepared to do the Manaslu circuit trek in winter.

In December

December is the beginning month of the winter season as it begins to get colder. From mid-December, the temperatures slightly decrease in the upper part of the trail. Likewise, the weather is not stable, and there can be some days with obstructed scenes. The temperature dropped to -8 degrees Celsius. 

You may come across snowfall. at the end of December, the villages like Samdo, Samagaun, and Dharamshala, moved to the lower area of Pokhara city to escape the cold. Thus, most teahouses, lodges, and shops are closed for the winter seasons. The trail is empty, and the surroundings are attractive. If you love the winter season, the starting day of December will be a great time for Manaslu circuit trekking in Nepal.

In January

The temperatures in January are the coldest month in Nepal. It is the coldest month, making it the least favored time for the Manaslu trek. some hikers trek in the winter, but extra preparation is needed. The temperatures are 6 to 8 degrees Celsius in the daytime and -5 to -10 degrees Celsius at night.

During trekking, you may face snowfall, it is challenging to cross Larke La Pass this month. Also, the teahouses and lodges are closed in this month. Whereas some only offer accommodation services. You must pack ample snacks and food for higher elevations.

In February

February is the last month of the winter season. The temperature is no different between February and January. The temperatures rise 6 degrees Celsius to 8 degrees Celsius during sunny days. higher elevations will have snow and ice, making the hike more challenging. The Larke la pass might be difficult or even closed due to heavy snowfall.