Everest base camp trek in September: Weather | Accommodation | Culture | Tips and Highlight

Everest base camp trek in September

Mount Everest, the roof of the world is the dream destination of adventure enthusiastic nature explorers. Nepal is the country of Himalaya; among the 14 highest mountains in the world; Nepal has eight of them. Everest Base Camp Trek in September is a mix-up experience of exciting mountain flight, dramatic landing in Lukla; a gateway to Everest Base Camp, traditional  Sherpa villages, swinging bridges, roaring glacial rivers, glacier moraine, and towering Himalayas. Every year lots of people visit Everest and its base camp to get a lifetime experience. So, Everest base camp trek in September is the best time for trekking into the world’s highest base camp. September is the month where the autumn season starts in Nepal. September separates the rainy season and the autumn season; where there are fewer chances of rains in the lower part of the country and the days are warmer and sunny. The mixture of two seasons makes the Everest Region treasury of Natural views; breathtaking view of the Himalayas, clear blue skies, beautiful view of glaciers, greenery in surroundings, ancient cultures, and disappearing flora and fauna. As the leading trekking company of Nepal, Mountain Mart Treks (MMT) commits the quality service at the best and reasonable price. We have 25 plus Everest trekking route experience and fluent English speaking guides; helps you to easily conquer the world’s highest base camp. You can go through the TripAdvisor for reviews of our happy clients. So book your seat for the Everest base camp trek in September now! Happy trekkers taking a photo with a beautiful background of the Himalaya

Awesome Weather

September is the transition of two seasons ie. Summer and Autumn.  In this month weather becomes so pleasant that means neither hot nor cold which makes your Everest base camp trek more memorable. You may experience a light rainfall in the early days of September but after the weather becomes clear that gives a fabulous view of the mountains and surroundings.  In this month the trails get crowded because this is the best season for trekking into the Everest Region. You can experience a clear view of cosmic mountains, wildlife animals like blue sheep, deer, rare flora and fauna, and a green environment everywhere. This season is best for the photographers as well because all the views are so extensive and breathtaking. Everest base camp temperature in September is very delightful; in the daytime, it comes to be very warm and sunny while in the morning and night time it becomes cold. Do not worry MMT provides you a warm sleeping bag and blanket, as well as a fire chimney at the dining hall.  Everest base camp trek temperature in September is as follows:

Place	Elevation	Avg Temp	Min Temp	Max Temp
Lukla	2.829 m/9281 ft	13.5 °C	9.5 °C	17.5 °C
Namche	3,463 m/11,361 ft	10.2 °C	5.8 °C	14.5 °C
Dingboche	4,483 m/14,708 ft	5.9 °C	0.3 °C	11.5 °C
Lobuche	4,910 m/16,100 ft	3.9 °C	-1.7 °C	9.6 °C
Gorak Shep	5,180 m/17,000 ft	3.0 °C	-2.6 °C	8.7 °C

 Remarks: Above data is for general information based on the last 5 years temperature recorded in the Everest Base Camp trekking trail during September.

Cultural Exploration

Everest Region is the overall repository of ancient, Buddhist culture and religion. While trekking to Everest base camp you may be able to closely watch and experience ancient architecture, sculpture, customs, and livings of Buddist Religions. You can see dozens of stupas and gompas in the trails. In Namche, you can talk with the local people about their customs and cultures and you can get more information about it. MMT expert guide helps you to grab more information about the culture and costumes for you in the Everest Trails.

Gigantic views of Mountains

In the month of September the weather becomes so cheerful that makes the surrounding views so clear and fabulous. You can get the awesome views of stupendous snowy mountains and glaciers; this makes your trekking more memorable. Green forest, wild animals like sheep and deer, wildflowers in the trails help you to forget the hardness of the trek. Photographers may get great pictures that make memories for years.  Swinging / Suspension bridge at Everest base camp trek

A Scenic Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla

In the off trekking season, there are high chances that your flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and return might get delayed and canceled. In the winter season, it may be delayed due to bad weather (ie. fog) while in the summer the rain is the main reason. But in the Autumn it is the high season for Everest Base Camp Trek and favorable weather for the Lukla flight.  There are low chances of flight delays and cancellation of Lukla and return, so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the mountains.   

Greater Accommodation and Food

September is the transition period of the two seasons; so, in this month the Everest Trails becomes quiet in comparison with the peak time. Less crowd in the trails provides you with the best accommodation in the tea house and lodges. You are able to choose the room you like the most. In the Everest region, you can choose a variety of food like western, continental, and local Nepali food (Daal, Vaat, Tarkari). MMT provides the three-time meals for the trekkers (like you); trekkers can choose the food of their choice.  MMT health experts suggest you to drink at least 3 to 4 liters of water per day. This prevents you from dehydration as well as from the Altitude Sickness. MMT provides chlorine-treated water in the Everest Trek.  6. Three Pass Trek Everest Trek provides different shorter to longer trekking trails that are fit for all kinds of trekkers like a novice to professional. These trails are suitable for the trekkers who have shorter to longer vacations. Long treks like Everest Cho La Pass ( 5,420m/17,781ft) Trek 18 days, Everest Three Pass Trek 19 days (Kongma La (5,535m/18,158ft), Cho La Pass (5,420m/17,781ft) and Renjo La (5,345m/17535ft)) and Gokyo Renjo La Pass (5,360m/17584ft) Trek 15 days are doable and suitable for the month of September. 

Highlights

•     Spectacular flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and return
•     Cultural Exploration of Sherpa at Namche Bazar
•     Tengboche monastery: an old monastery of the Everest Region
•     Swinging and Suspension bridge at the EBC trek
•     Rare flora and fauna at Sagarmatha National Park
•     Khumbu Glacier, the largest glacier in Nepal
•     Cho-La Pass (5420 m), the highest pass of the trek
•     Possibility of spotting wild animals at an alpine forest
•     Glorious views of the Mt. Everest from the Kala Patthar

Beautiful view of the mountain from Everest Trails

Tips

• Carry insect repellent and table salt

In the early days of September, there are frequent chances of rainfall in the Everest route. Due to rainfall, you may find leeches, mosquitos, and bugs in the forest area. MMT experts suggest you to carry handy insect repellent or table salt to escape from these leeches and bugs.  

• Carry a waterproof jacket and bags

The weather in the mountains is unpredictable, so you need to prepare for this condition in advance. In the early days of September, there are high chances of rainfall in the upper part of the country. To secure from being wet you need to carry a waterproof jacket and bags. 

• Advanced Booking

Advance booking always provides you with the best for your Everest Trekking. September is the beginning of the peak season for Everest base camp trek where the trails start getting crowded. So advance booking for the Everest base camp trek in September provides you first flight for Lukla and return, better and cozy accommodation, better food, and meals. 

• Prepared in advance for the unexpected flight delays

September is the month of transition between two seasons, so you may sometimes encounter unexpected weather changes. The dense cloud at the Lukla airport and sometimes heavy rainfall lead to delays and cancellation of the Lukla flight. MMT experts suggest that you need to add some extra days in your vacation for these kinds of unpredictable events. 

• Walk Slowly

Everest base camp trek is a high altitude trek, so you need to be more conscious about this fact. Do not hurry while walking in the Everest Trails, do not follow the fellow trekkers walking pace, you need to walk at your own and constant pace. You need to drink plenty of water, this helps to increase the flow of oxygen in your body. This helps to prevent altitude sickness. MMT expert guides instruct you at every level of the trek. 

Final Thoughts

Everest base camp trek in September is the beginning of the best season for Everest trekking which brings you the most adventurous trekking experience. In this season you may interact with the marvelous view of the snowy mountains, wild animals, endangered flora and fauna, and the breathtaking green view of surroundings. Everest trek not only provides you natural beauty, but it also provides you with rich ancient customs and culture of the Sherpa people and the Buddist Religion.  The ancient architecture and sculptures like stupas, gompas, and prayer wheels attract you and help to forget the hardness of the trek. MMT heartily welcomes you for the Everest base camp trek in September and commits you to provide the best quality service which you cannot found in the other trekking companies of Nepal. If you have any queries about the trek Contact Us with our trek expert, We are happy to remove your confusion regarding the Everest Trek. What are your thoughts about this blog? Feel free to comment below.