Feb 5 - Feb 6, 2026 | Change

via Short Modi Khola Start side trek (2 days)
Annapurna Region, Nepal

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Difficulty: moderate
via Short Modi Khola Start

The shortest way but a less scenic way to Chomrong that follows the Modi Khola (river) bypassing Ghandruk. If you need to reduce the itinerary by a day this is a possible option. Taking a taxi to the road head will also save time instead of taking the public bus.

Weather Conditions in February

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February has a slightly higher chance of precipitation than January and a slight increase in the chance of clouds, but in general it is typically a very dry month. While there is little rain, skies in the hills and valleys further from the high mountains can be hazy from dust and pollution.

At a glance
On average there are 3 days with precipitation in February. The highest point on the trek is Chomrong at 2210 m. During February, expect high temperatures of around 16.1°C (61°F) and lows down to -0.9°C (30°F) at Chomrong.

via Short Modi Khola Start Side trek
(Elevation Profile)

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 Feb 5 (day 1)

Pokhara (827 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 24.4°C (76°F) and lows of about 7.4°C (45°F) in February.

Pokhara
Public bus from Pokhara to Siwai (Not Included)

Estimated cost: $5.00
Travel time: about 4 hours
Please pay the fare for your guide & porter (if you have hired one)

Private vehicle from Pokhara to Siwai (Not Included)

Estimated cost: $60.00
Travel time: about 2 hours

Siwai (1500 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 20.4°C (69°F) and lows of about 3.4°C (38°F) in February.

New Bridge (1340 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 21.4°C (71°F) and lows of about 4.4°C (40°F) in February.

Jhinu Danda (1780 m)

About 3-4 hours from Siwai
Expect typical high termperatures of about 18.7°C (66°F) and lows of about 1.7°C (35°F) in February.

Fri Feb 6 (day 2)

Chomrong (2210 m)

About 2-3 hours from Jhinu Danda
Expect typical high termperatures of about 16.1°C (61°F) and lows of about -0.9°C (30°F) in February.

Chomrong

by Charlie (Australia) on Oct 14, 2024

Annapurna Sanctuary via Short Modi Khola Start, with Annapurna Base Camp Day Visit, and via Khopra Ridge & Poon Hill led by Pasang Dawa Sherpa