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Everest Region, Nepal

Highlights: Imja Tsho (Lake) and Kongma La Pass

Difficulty: strenuous

Probably the least traversed of the classic three passes in the Khumbu region, the path to the Kongma La (5535 m) offers a spectacular but strenuous route between Chukhung and Lobuche. This pass offers unparalleled views of what many regard as one of the most beautiful mountains in Khumbu, the pointed spired of Ama Dablam. While in Chukhung, you may wish to spend an additional day and climb Chukhung Ri for a panorama of the Chukhung Valley, or hike to the alpine lake of Imja Tsho.

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Weather Conditions in November

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Early November, along with late October, are the most popular times to trek in Nepal. Temperatures get cooler in November, but the skies get clearer and the chance of rain or snow interrupting your trek gets lower. At high altitudes, trekkers are rewarded with good views throughout the day.

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On average there are 1 day with precipitation in November. The highest point on the trek is Kongma La Pass at 5535 m. During November, expect high temperatures of around -0.8°C (31°F) and lows down to -16.8°C (2°F) at Kongma La Pass.

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Tue Nov 4 (day 1)
Dingboche (4410 m) About 5 hours from Tengboche Expect typical high termperatures of about 5.9°C (43°F) and lows of about -10.1°C (14°F) in November. Overnight more info on Dingboche

Wed Nov 5 (day 2)
Dingboche (4410 m) Overnight

Thu Nov 6 (day 3)
Chukhung (4730 m) About 3 hours from Dingboche Expect typical high termperatures of about 4.0°C (39°F) and lows of about -12.0°C (10°F) in November. Overnight more info on Chukhung

Fri Nov 7 (day 4)
Imja Tsho (Lake) (5010 m) Acclimatization hike to the Glacial lake of Imja Tsho about 3-5 hours round trip from Chukhung Expect typical high termperatures of about 2.3°C (36°F) and lows of about -13.7°C (7°F) in November. more info on Imja Tsho (Lake)
Chukhung (4730 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 4.0°C (39°F) and lows of about -12.0°C (10°F) in November. Overnight more info on Chukhung
Side Trip to Chukhung via Chukhung Ri Climb (0 less days) via Chukhung Ri Climb Rating: \| 1 review Highlights: Chukhung Ri Difficulty: strenuous The climb to the 5550 m (18,209 ft) summit of Chukhung Ri is a tough lung busting struggle, but the reward is a panoramic view of Makalu, Island Peak, Ama Dablam, and the glacial lake of Imja Tsho. This should only be attempted if you feel well acclimatized at Chukhung.

Sat Nov 8 (day 5)
Kongma La Pass (5535 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about -0.8°C (31°F) and lows of about -16.8°C (2°F) in November. more info on Kongma La Pass
Lobuche (4940 m) About 6-9 hours from Chukhung via the Kongma La Expect typical high termperatures of about 2.8°C (37°F) and lows of about -13.2°C (8°F) in November. Overnight

Sun Nov 9 (day 6)

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Highlights: Imja Tsho (Lake) and Kongma La Pass

Weather Conditions in November

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by Chris (United Kingdom) on Dec 31, 2018

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