Trekking in Nepal in December

Picture by Hendrik Terbeck

December is the first month of winter season and end of the peak trekking season in Nepal. Winter is the dry season with the clear mountain views. During the day time, the weather is warmer in the sun and colder in the night. There will be snow fall at higher elevations so the trekking is not highly recommended to above 4000 meters. But depending upon the weather, you can still make a trekking trip to the popular trekking regions like Everest, Annapurna and langtang. The remote areas like Manaslu, Upper Mustang, Upper Dolpo, Kanchenjunga and Humla Simikot have the risk of heavy snowfall.

Advantages of trekking in Nepal in December

Although Autumn and Spring seasons are the most popular trekking time in Nepal. But, trekking in Nepal in December has its own advantages. The skies are clear enough to views the landscapes, mountains and beautiful scenes. In December, there will not be rainfall (most probably) and the snowfall will not be so thick. So, you can view the snow capped mountains.

Winter season is the off season for trekking in Nepal so the hotels, restaurants, airlines and transportation will low down their cost. So, you will have some discounts or best deal offers during December. Due to low season, there will not be so much trekkers even on the busy trails and there will be easy availability of tea houses.

The popular festival Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year falls during December in Nepal. Get involve in the Christmas Eve and Happy New Year eve party and street events.

Weather in December

December is the starting month of winter in Nepal. So, the temperature starts decreasing day by but the average temperature will be 20 degree celsius (day time) in low altitude whereas in higher altitude it will decline from zero degrees.

December Trekking Tips

1. Dress warm cloths in layers
2. If you are on a trek to base camps or circuit treks, get through the passes or base camps in first half of month.
3. Do not trek to high passes or base camps rather consider lower altitude treks below 4000 meters.
4. Weather in Mountains is volatile, prepare yourself to save from winter at any time.
5. Drink hot water and use proper winter trekking gears.

Trekking Accommodations on the trail

You might wonder if the trekking accommodations on the trails during December will be open. Yes, the tea houses and restaurants will be open in December. Bringing a warm sleeping bag will be a good idea for yourself and wear warm fleece and longer trousers along with a warm jacket will be great.

Trekking Permit in December

There will be no problem of getting trekking permits during December in Nepal. Permits are available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

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