22 July 2026
As the monsoon is marching towards its peak, cloudy skies and rainfall are dominating most of the Himalayan trekking routes. The overcast conditions are expected to continue, with occasional to moderate showers throughout the day.
While the landscapes are overwhelmed by the fresh greenery, the wet conditions equally need precaution. Certain treks may have slippery trails and muddy paths, while mountain streams may be overflowing due to rising water levels. Trekkers should expect a slower pace and possible delays along the route.
Trekkers are advised to wear waterproof jackets, trekking shoes with better grip, carry trekking poles, pack extra warm clothing, use rain cover for backpack, and rain pants. Considering the time of the year, trekkers are also advised to exercise extra caution and prioritize safety.
Valley of Flowers Trek
The weather at the Valley of flowers base camp (Pipalkoti) continues to be cloudy with fair chances of rainfall. As for the batches:
Hampta Pass Trek
The weather at the Hampta Pass base camp (Manali) is cloudy today. As for the batches:
Pin Bhaba Trek
The weather at the Pin Bhaba Pass base camp (Kafnu) is rainy again today. As for the batches:
The weather in Leh continues to be cloudy with overcast conditions. . Yet again, last night saw heavy rainfall in the region.
Kang Yatse 1 Expedition
The weather at the Kang Yatse 1 Base Camp is cloudy today. As for the batches:
Dzo Jongo East Peak Expedition
The weather at the Dzo Jongo East Peak Expedition base camp is cloudy. As for the batches:
Markha Valley Trek
The weather at the Markha Valley base camp (Leh) is cloudy today. As for the batches:
Keeping in mind the ongoing weather conditions and possible upcoming sudden changes, we have actionable tips for trekkers:
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