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 September

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Mid-September marks the start of the ‘Fall Season’ historically the monsoon would end in mid-September, however in recent years the monsoon has officially withdrawn in early October. While there is a good chance of precipitation, clear skies and lush, rice paddy terraced hills are your spectacular when it is not raining. The chance of rain decreases as the month progresses.

At a glance
On average there are 15 days with precipitation in September. The highest point on the trek is Ringmu at 2805 m. During September, expect high temperatures of around 19.6°C (67°F) and lows down to 9.6°C (49°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 Sep 3 (day 1)
Kathmandu (1337 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 28.4°C (83°F) and lows of about 18.4°C (65°F) in September. hide images more info on Kathmandu
Phaplu (2470 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 21.6°C (71°F) and lows of about 11.6°C (53°F) in September. Overnight

Thu Sep 4 (day 2)
Ringmu (2805 m) About 5-6 hours from Phaplu Expect typical high termperatures of about 19.6°C (67°F) and lows of about 9.6°C (49°F) in September. hide images more info on Ringmu