via Phaplu side trek (2 days)
Everest Region, Nepal

The closest road head to the Everest Region, this route gets you to Lukla from Kathmandu in about 3 days overland.

Weather Conditions in December

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December is probably the most underrated month to trek, one of the driest months of the year skies are often clear from sunrise to sunset. The trails and teahouses are less crowded than in November.

At a glance
On average there are 1 day with precipitation in December. The highest point on the trek is Ringmu at 2805 m. During December, expect high temperatures of around 11.6°C (53°F) and lows down to -4.4°C (24°F) at Ringmu.

Extra rest days and overnights can be added once the itinerary is created. However any side trips must be added in this step before the itinerary is created.

Wed Dec 10 (day 1)
Kathmandu (1337 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 20.4°C (69°F) and lows of about 4.4°C (40°F) in December. hide images more info on Kathmandu
Phaplu (2470 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.6°C (56°F) and lows of about -2.4°C (28°F) in December. Overnight

Thu Dec 11 (day 2)
Ringmu (2805 m) About 5-6 hours from Phaplu Expect typical high termperatures of about 11.6°C (53°F) and lows of about -4.4°C (24°F) in December. hide images more info on Ringmu