Trekking in Nepal in May - Nepal Weather in May
May is the transitional month between spring and summer seasons. Weather in trekking in Nepal in May is irregular, the temperature remains humid in the daytime, and there will be the possibility of rainfall in the evening or night. If you trek in the first half of the month, the trek will be absolute with green hills, gleaming snow-clad mountains, and blooming rhododendron forest. We can also witness the cerulean landscape, clear sky, and panoramic mountains' view.
Pokhara and Annapurna Range
May is the special month for the trekkers, mountain expedition, and tourism industry of Nepal. On May 29, 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa successfully scaled the Mt. Everest (8,848m) for the first time in history. Since then, the 29th of May is marked as Sagarmatha (8,848m) day. If you want to relive the experience, trails, climate, weather, temperature and scenery like Tenzing-Hillary did, then trekking in Nepal in May is the perfect time for you.
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Which are the best-recommended packages for Trekking in Nepal in May?
May is the perfect month for trekking over the rain shadow areas. Almost all the trekking packages are suitable for trekking in May, but among them: EBC Trek, Everest Three Passes Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Upper Mustang Trek and Dolpo Trek are the best trekking packages to enjoy the trek in rain protected region.
Farmers harvesting wheat
Highlights of trekking in Nepal in May:
- Warmer climate: May is the month of irregular weather as it is the transitional month. In the morning time, there will be fine weather and clear sky; whereas, the day time will be warm and humid if it rains at night time. The irregular weather and rainfall at night cause the warm climate at the day which makes the trekking fun and easy.
- Fresh earthy smell: Trekking in May offers an unexpected sensation. While trekking in the lower region, the downpour at night makes the trail wet; but the warm and humid climate in the day time dries the soil and gives off the fresh earthy smell which is a blessing for trekkers.
- Tranquil scenery and stupendous mountains’ view: In May, the climate is warm and the sky looks clear; so the trekkers can perceive the magnificent view of the turquoise lake, green rolling hills, sparkling mountains, and tranquil surrounding.
- Blooming hills and colorful forest: May is half spring and half summer, yet the flowers dance at the hills and in the forest even in this month. The rhododendron flowers still cover the forest which turns the trails more exquisite.
- Less snow on trails: The day will be warmer in May which melts the snow in the higher region and the tails will be snow-free.
- Peaceful trails: Many trekkers assume that trekking in pre-monsoon season is risky so they don’t prefer to trek May which makes the trails less crowded and peaceful in comparison to spring and autumn seasons.
Drawbacks of trekking in May:
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
- Rainfall, Slippery trails and risk of the landslide: The mid-May falls under summer season during which there will be thunderstorm and rainfall at night. If it rains heavily, the trails become slippery and the trek will be difficult plus annoying. The higher region is protected from rain shadow; whereas in the lower region, there will be heavy rainfall and there is also the risk of landslide too.
- Irregular weather: In May, climate changes in no time. In the day there will be humid and hot; but in the evening, there might be rainfall and the morning will be fresh and tranquil. May is the month of unexpected climate, so precaution should be taken earlier.
- Bugs or mosquitoes or leeches problem: There is always rainfall in Nepal in the summer season. After the second week of May, the warmer climate, as well as rain, starts to affect the lower region resulting bugs, mosquitoes and leeches problem.
- Flight delay or cancellation: Trekking in Nepal is always inspiring, yet the fluctuation in climate sometimes makes the trek awful and irritating. Due to the downpour in the lower region like Lukla, Kathmandu, and Pokhara, the flight might be canceled or postponed or delayed.
Trekking and swinging bridge
Trekking Tips:
- Begin trek in dawn and wraps before dusk: Always commence your trek in the early morning if you prefer the splendid view of the gigantic massif and serene surroundings. Begin your trek in the morning so that rain may not affect the trek.
- Hire experienced guides and porters: Trekking in May can be a curse due to irregular climate change, flight delay, landslide, downpour, and AMS. In order to enjoy the trek in May, the trekkers must hire local and experienced guides who are well knowledgeable about climate, alternative route, and first aid.
- Carry waterproof trekking gears: There is a high chance of rainfall in the lower region in May. Trekkers who want to trek in the Himalayas must be well equipped with waterproof bags’ cover, rain jackets, and trekking shoes though there is no fear of rainfall in the higher region.
- Insect repellants : Being cunning is always a positive sign of trekkers. It’s wise to carry insect repellant while trekking in the summer season. It helps to repel the mosquitoes, insects, bugs, and leeches in lower damp and forest area.
- Add extra days on vacation: While trekking in summer season, there is a chance of rainfall in the lower region which may result in the landslide and it also affects flight schedule resulting in flight delay or cancellation; so we always suggest trekkers add few more spare days on your holiday to deal these problems.
Happy Trekkers in Annapurna Trek
All in all:
May is the pre-monsoon season in Nepal; so while trekking in Nepal in May, trekkers need to follow some precautions and carry proper gears for the successful trek. Nepal is always open for the trekkers. Although spring and autumn are considered the best trekking seasons, summer and winter are also appropriate seasons to trek in the Himalayas.
Trekkers feel ecstasy while trekking in Nepal in May due to stupendous view of sparkling peaks, exquisite colorful forest, green hills, turquoise lake, milky rivers, and pleasant trails. May is the transitional month so the weather will also be irregular. It sometimes rains at night whereas daytime will be perfect for trekking with warm temperature. If you really are adventure seekers then Trekking in Nepal is always appropriate in any month and seasons.
Trekkers resting before arriving Annapurna Base Camp
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