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 May

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May is the end of the ‘Spring Season’ when temperatures are more moderate and the pre-monsoon moisture increases the chance of precipitation as the month progresses. It can be hot and humid in the valleys at low elevations, so make sure you carry enough water. Like the rest of the spring, clear mornings typically give way to cloudy afternoons.

At a glance
On average there are 12 days with precipitation in May. The highest point on the trek is Ringmu at 2805 m. During May, expect high temperatures of around 20.6°C (69°F) and lows down to 7.6°C (46°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.

Thu May 2 (day 1)
Kathmandu (1337 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 29.4°C (85°F) and lows of about 16.4°C (62°F) in May. hide images more info on Kathmandu
Phaplu (2470 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 22.6°C (73°F) and lows of about 9.6°C (49°F) in May. Overnight

Fri May 3 (day 2)
Ringmu (2805 m) About 5-6 hours from Phaplu Expect typical high termperatures of about 20.6°C (69°F) and lows of about 7.6°C (46°F) in May. hide images more info on Ringmu