Trekking in Nepal in March - Nepal Weather March 2022-23-24

“March is a month of Expectation.”- Emily Dickinson.

Nepal weather in March goodbyes the winter season and welcomes the spring season. The Spring season is the season of blooming, birth, life or reincarnation. Among the 4 seasons winter, spring, summer, and autumn, spring and autumn seasons are the best seasons for trekking in the land of the Himalayas. This month is the transitional month between winter and spring. At this time, the temperature also remains warm and there is less chance of rain-fall too so trekking in Nepal in March is exciting and wonderful.

March is the month of regular trekking in Nepal and it is the second-best month to trek after April. There are many trekkers who awake from their winter sleep, make their gears ready and stretch legs to begin the trek. It is the blessing month for adventure lovers as they get the chance to enjoy the pristine natural beauty after a long wait.

Trekking in Nepal in March is the perfect time for the exquisite environment, stupendous mountains’ view, green lush vegetation, blooming flowers, tranquil scenery, etc. In this month, there are comparatively fewer trekkers on trails as it is just the beginning month of trekking. March is the suitable month for EBC Trek, Annapurna circuit trek, Poon-Hill ABC Trek, Gokyo-Chola-Three passes Trek, Gokyo-Ri Trek, and few other treks.

Highlights of Trekking in Nepal in March:

• Fine weather and climate: March is the dawn of spring season. After cold, misty and frozen month, the weather turns melancholic and crystal clear. In the morning and at night, there will be a little cold and icy breeze, but the daytime will be sunny, warm and sparkling which makes the climate favorable for trekking. The climate is perfect for trekking in Nepal in March.
• Few Trekkers on Trails: March is the beginning month of trekking in Nepal. There will be few trekkers on trails in the first half of the month. Trekking in this month is the good decision of the trekkers. They can enjoy the trails, nature, scenery, villages, and countryside life-style is a hassle-free manner.
• Tranquil nature and exquisite view: Trekking in this month offers the serene view of gleaming mountains and panoramic landscapes. During daytime when the sky remains clear and sunlight sparkles on the massif, the surrounding appears as a natural tapestry. Everest Base Camp Trekking in March is the true blessing for splendid scenery and magnificent sunrise or sunset view over the Mt. Everest.
•  Prolific accommodation and friendly hospitality: There will be fewer crowds in trails in March. After 3 passive months of winter; the lodges, tea houses, and hotels get a life and begin to serve the trekkers. There will be plenty of rooms, cozy beds, and delicious cuisine so trekkers enjoy the delicate hospitality and accommodation.

Pros and Cons of Trekking in March:

Unfamiliar trails: Most of the higher trekking trails are closed during the off-seasons: winter and summer. The trails could have reared long grass; or some might have been collapsed by the avalanche; in this context, trekking in the first trekking season will be challenging and risky due to rugged and unfamiliar trekking route.

Bizarre climate: In March, the climate in the daytime is appealing and wonderful; but the night and morning become cold and chill. The unusual climate in the morning, day and night could risk AMS or other medical hazards.

Stupendous mountains’ view: While trekking in March, the sky remains clear and shiny and the mountains appear closer. The trekking will be awe-inspiring and rejuvenating due to the stupendous view of sparkling massif. Nepal is renowned for gigantic massif and March is one of the best months for a glamorous view of mountains.

Elegant Trekking Experience: Spring is the best trekking season in Nepal. Trekking in March offers the exquisite coherence; the climate, trails, and nature favor the trekkers for the wonderful experience of trekking. The popular trekking packages like EBC Trek, ABC Trek, Jiri-EBC Trek, and few other Treks are the appropriate packages to trek in March.

Cultural Intimacy: Nepal is the land of Himalayas and gods or goddesses. It is said that people celebrate 366 festivals in 365 days in Nepal. Trekking in March also let you enjoy the festivals like Holi, Ghode Jatra, Chaite Dashain, etc. Festivals unite the people; the true example is cultural and religious tolerance and unity in diversity in Nepal.

Some Tips for trekking in March:

• Stay Hydrated; walk slowly and steadily: There are some rules of trekking; and the most important ones are: drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and always walk at the same moderate pace.
• Weather information: Trekking above 4,000m is a threat for AMS, so weather update is the primary thing you need to acknowledge while trekking in the land of the Himalayas.
• Hire experienced guides and porters: Trekking in the higher region needs trails knowledge. There is also the risk of AMS if trekkers don’t follow the safe trekking procedure; therefore experienced guides and porters with first aid knowledge are required to accomplish the trek.
• Pre-booking: March is the second-best month of the peak trekking season. There are many keen trekkers who wait the best season to trek in the Himalayan. If you prefer to trek in March, then you need to book the trekking packages to conform to your trekking; otherwise, your plan will be ruined. During spring, the international and domestic flights’ tickets will be sold out or booked too quickly, so book your ticket earlier.
• Expert recommendation: Trekking has become an adventurous sport these days, but it could be risky and challenging if prevention or precaution is not taken on time. Before finalizing the trekking package, ask for experts’ help or suggestion for a comfortable plus successful trek.

Final say:

Nepal is always the renowned trekking destination in the world. Adventure seekers fancy endeavoring EBC Trekking once in a lifetime. March can be the best month of many trekkers to achieve their greatest dream. March is the beginning month of the spring season and it is the peak trekking season in Nepal. There are fewer trekkers on trails in March than April, however, many trekkers are eager to join the trek in this month. Trekkers enjoy crystal sky, tranquil nature, dazzling mountains, cerulean landscape, blooming flowers, etc trekking in Nepal in March.

If you still have a dilemma or confusion regarding the trek, our expert will sort your problem in no time. Please, feel free and don’t hesitate to contact us.

Note:

The climate in the higher elevation may fluctuate anytime, even in the best trekking season too. We always request the trekkers to add a couple of spare days to your scheduled date while trekking in Nepal in March.

Trekking in a higher region is always a risk if it is performed without expert guides and porters. If you don’t want to hire guides, your need special first aid training of AMS. Extra warm clothes, genuine gears, sleeping bags, and other necessary equipment must be loaded in the bag or luggage. Hygienic food and proper rest is also an important mantra for successful trekking.  

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