Everest Base Camp Trek in Winter: Weather | Highlights | Tips | Difficulty
Everest Base Camp Trek in Winter:
Spring and Autumn season is the peak season for Nepal based Everest Base Camp Trek, but throughout the year Everest base camp trek is possible. In the main season, the time and weather are favourable for the trekkers to trek towards Everest. Everest base camp trek in winter is the best time for those trekkers who want to take the challenge to trek Everest at the difficult conditions. Everest base camp trek in monsoon gives the vibrant views of the snow-capped mountains, marvellous views of snowy landscapes, dramatic landing at Lukla airport and many more. Mountain Mart Treks (MMT) is one of the old and leading trekking companies of Nepal, resides at Thamel Kathmandu, offers best quality service at a reasonable price for Everest base camp, Annapurna Base Camp, Manaslu Trek, and Langtang trekking packages. We have 25 years plus route experience and fluent English speaking trekking guides which helps you to easily conquer Everest base camp comfortably. Book Now your Everest Base Camp Trek In Winter! 
Snow-covered mountains and tea house in Everest Base Camp Trek in Winter
Weather
December, January and February are the months of the winter season in Nepal. In this season, the temperature of the days is higher than the night and early morning. In the early days of this season, the days are warmer and the nights become cold and reaching the temperature below freezing point. The snow-capped mountains with clear blue sky look spectacular. In December the temperature will generally be around 4°C and the average minimum temperature at night is around -14 °C. In the mid of this season, Temperatures drop below freezing at night throughout the Everest region. The days are quite sunny while trekking you can feel warm. In this time the winter weather is at its peak. It is quite windy, so you've to face the challenging windchill. There are a few sunny, clear, and bright days. However, if you insist on trekking or if January is your only free month, it is possible to trek with the proper guidance and preparation. The temperature in this time falls between 4 °C to -17 °C. 
Trekkers trekking through snowy trails in Everest Base Camp Trek in Winter
February is the last month of the winter season in Nepal, just before arriving of the spring season. In this time, the days are warm across the EBC. At the later days of this month, visibility is quite good. The temperature starts increasing gradually making the days warm. The snow along the trail starts to meltdown so, you need to be extra careful while walking as it might be slippery. Do not forget to wear shoes with a good grip. There might still be snowfalls so prepare yourself to stay warm in extreme conditions. The temperature in this time falls between 4 °C to -14 °C.
Why do Everest base camp trek in Winter?
During the peak season (autumn and spring) of the trek in Everest, there are hard to find the accommodation in the tea house and lodges. A large number of peoples around the world visits EBC during spring and autumn creates scarcity of the accommodation in the Everest Region. But in the month of December, January, and February you can get accommodation easily with your requirements. This is the off trekking season so you can found few numbers of trekkers in the trails. 
Ship of the mountains carrying the goods
December is the first month of the winter season in Nepal, and this is the off trekking season for the Everest base camp trek. In this season less number of people visit EBC. Due to less number of the trekkers in the trails, you can interact with nature by taking a large amount of time. In the trails, you can enjoy the natural sceneries in a peaceful environment.
In the winter season, you don’t need to worry about getting a seat on Lukla flight. Because of less number of people, you can easily get the flights from Kathmandu to Lukla. For the flights, you don’t need to take pre-booking and you can also get some discounts on flights due to offseason.
Off trekking season is the best season in case of service and price. Tea house and lodges of Everest trails provides quality service at a reasonable price and offer some discounts which fit on your budget. You can get quality service which is often high in comparison to the peak season of Everest Trek. You can get heavy discounts on flights, food, drinks and accommodation. 
Trekker enjoying the Snowy trails
Winter season in Everest offers an exotic trekking experience. You can enjoy the mesmerizing view of snowy mountains and surrounding landscapes. Winter season has its own beauty and magic which brings the more adventure and joy for the trekkers. You can experience; you are at another part of the world by getting snow everywhere with the majestic view of the surroundings. If you are the adventure lover then Everest base camp trek in winter is the best season for you.
Highlights
- Scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu with the dramatic landing.
- Getting a chance to encounter with Sherpa customs and cultures
- A 360° panoramic view of the snowy mountains from Kala Patthar
- The fabulous views of Mt. Everest from Kala Patthar
- Stunning sunrise or sunset view at Kala Patthar- 5,643 m
- An adventurous and thrilling trekking experience.
- Tengboche monastery: the old monasteries of the Everest region.
- Khumbu glacier: The largest glacier in the Everest Region
- The mesmerizing view of the towering mountains
- Observe wild animals and rare flowers at Sagarmatha National Park
- Passing through the swinging suspension bridge
Tips
MMT suggest each and every trekker that you need to travel with your guide. The guide knows the path better than you and if you get trouble they help you. The route of the EBC is quite in this season so if you travel alone and you get in trouble then you cannot get any help till other trekkers passing through that way. 
World's dangerous airport: Lukla Airport
While trekking towards EBC you need to wear a layer of cloths. This is the best idea to avoid the risk of hypothermia. The layering of clothes makes warmer and works as an insulator. You also don’t need to carry different clothes for the day and night. You just take off your clothes at night.
To reach your destination early you need to start your trek early in the morning. Since the days in the winter season are shorter, if you start your trek lately then you can find it difficult to reach your destination at the day time. That’s why begin your trek in the morning the best idea in Everest Base Camp trek.
Difficulty
Everest base camp trek is the high altitude trek. You need to travel above 5300 meters to conquer the EBC. So travelling towards the higher elevation makes the risk of altitude sickness problem. If you follow some rules then you can avoid the risk of altitude sickness. Walk at your own pace continuously but do not try to follow the pace of the others. Our trek experts help you each and every moment of your trek. If you find some difficulties then consult to our trek expert. 
Sunshine in the daytime and greenery in surrounding in Everest Trails
The days of the winter season in Everest Region are shorter. If you start your trek lately then you can find it difficult to reach your destination in that day. So you need to start your trek as early as possible. The fewer hours of the day makes more pressure on you to reach your destination early.
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Cold freezing temperature
Winter season is the toughest season for trekking into the Everest Region. Due to the temperature below freezing point in the Everest Base Camp, it is hard for the trekkers around the world to reach EBC. In the night and early morning, the temperature of the Everest region falls below freezing point so you need to pack proper clothing to avoid the effect of cold. 
Trekker taking group picture after conquering the Everest Base Camp
Conclusion
Everest base camp trek in winter (December, January and February) is an off-trekking season in Nepal, which brings the adventurous and thrilling trekking experience in the worlds highest base camp. You can closely interact with nature, experience the real natural things which are unforgettable for a lifetime. Vibrant views of towering mountains, snowy landscapes, views of glaciers, Buddhist monasteries, sherpa culture, snow-covered forest are the major attractions of the trek. if you have any confusion about the trek or for any queries you can feel free to contact our trek expert. Our trek expert is available for 24 hours to resolve your confusion. We are waiting for you to serve our quality service at best reasonable price which you cannot found in other trekking company of Nepal. Feel free to Contact Us. What is your opinion about this blog! Please comment below.
