Best Time to Visit Annapurna
Best time to visit Annapurna: February, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Annapurna
Go in February, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Annapurna month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -23° | -39° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | -23° | -38° | 0,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | -15° | -28° | 1,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | -10° | -23° | 1,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | -3° | -15° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 3° | -7° | 6,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| July | 6° | 1° | 21,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| August | 5° | -1° | 12,5 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| September | 3° | -5° | 9,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| October | -6° | -20° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | -14° | -28° | 0,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | -19° | -34° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Annapurna compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Annapurna.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 110 mi | 65°F | +111°F warmer | 91 in |
| Tribhuvan International Airport | 112 mi | 65°F | +110°F warmer | 91 in |
| Sagarmatha National Park | 182 mi | 26°F | +72°F warmer | 37 in |
| Sagarmatha National Park | 182 mi | 26°F | +72°F warmer | 37 in |
| Mount Everest | 193 mi | -22°F | 40°F cooler | 16 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Annapurna is a mountain in Nepal. Annapurna is a mountain known as a classic Himalayan circuit trek. It sits at 26.545 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 1°F (-17°C) in Annapurna with overcast. It feels like -6°F. Today runs from -0°F to 5°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 2.5/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Annapurna is February, November and December. The climate is polar. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 6°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -39°F.
The closest major airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), about 112 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Mount Everest and Ganges River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 5°F is in line with the 5°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,0 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near -0°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Annapurna right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:04 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 5° / -0°
Light showers · 100% rain · wind 3 mph
🌨️ 5° / 3°
Light snow showers · 100% rain · wind 2 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Annapurna?
Annapurna is a mountain in Nepal. Its coordinates are 28.5961, 83.8203. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Annapurna right now?
It is currently 1°F (-17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 99% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Annapurna?
February, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Annapurna, which has a polar climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Annapurna in?
Annapurna observes Asia/Kathmandu (UTC+05:45). The local time is 5:04 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Annapurna?
The closest airports are Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 112 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Annapurna?
Popular options include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Mount Everest and Ganges River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 5:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
