The weather across several Himalayan trekking routes continues to experience mostly cloudy, but sometimes bright and sunny too. Trekkers can expect little chill and rainy weather including slippery trail conditions too.

Therefore, Trekkers are advised to carry proper rain protection, waterproof trekking shoes, warm layers, and dry bags to protect essential belongings. Extra caution is recommended on muddy, slippery, and steep sections of the trail.

As per the latest reports, here’s how the weather looks today across the Himalayan trekking regions:

UTTARAKHAND TREKS UPDATE

Gaumukh Tapovan Trek

The weather at the Gaumukh Tapovan Trek base camp (Gangotri) is mixed today. Sometimes it gets sunny and sometimes cloudy. As for the batches:

• The Gaumukh Tapovan Trek batch is currently on Day 2. The required permission is currently on hold, and the batch is presently at Gangotri Base Camp.

Gaumukh Gangotri Trek

The weather at the Gaumukh Gangotri Trek base camp (Gangotri) is mixed today. Sometimes it gets sunny and sometimes cloudy. As for the batches:

• The 26th Sept has been suspended in the middle of the journey, as the weather conditions got quite unforgivable to continue the trek. Which is why all the trekkers have come back to Dehradun.

Bali Pass Trek

The weather at the base camp of Bali Pass (Sankri) is sunny today . As for the batches:

• The 26th and 27th Sept batch have also been stopped in the middle of their journey. Due to the prevailing weather condition, all the trekkers have been led to Sankri. Once, the permission will be given to them tomorrow, they will be able to continue their trekking journey.

Panch Kedar Trek

The weather in the Panch Kedar trek region is cloudy and rainy today . As for the batches:

• The batch of 20th Sept is on its 9th day, and today, they will trek from Madhmaheshwar to Ransi and drive to Guptakashi/Phata.

Chopta Chandrashilla 5-Day Trek

The weather at the base camp of Chopta Chandrashilla 5-day trek (Sari) is sunny today . As for the batches:

• The batch of 26th Sept is on the 3rd day of their trek schedule, and today, they will move from Deoria Tal to Tala Village and drive to Baniyakund.
• The batch of 27th Sept is on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today, they will drive from Dehradun to Gangotri.

Har Ki Dun Trek

The weather at the base camp of Har Ki Dun trek (Sankri) is sunny today . As for the batches:

• The 26th and 27th Sept batch have also been stopped in the middle of their journey. Due to the prevailing weather condition, all the trekkers have been led to Sankri. Once, the permission will be given to them tomorrow, they will be able to continue their trekking journey.

Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

The weather at the base camp of Ali Bedni Bugyal (Lohajung) is sunny today. As for the batches:

• The batch of 27th Sept is on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today they will move from Lohajung to Didna village.

Brahmatal Trek

The weather at the base camp of Brahmatal (Lohajung) is sunny today. As for the batches:

• The batch of 27th Sept is on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today they will move from Lohajung to Gujreni.

Dayara Bugyal Trek

The weather at the base camp of Dayara Bugyal (Natin) is cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The 27th Sept batch was also stopped in the middle due to the sudden changed weather condition. Currently, all the trekkers are staying at the Natin Village, and once they get the permission, they will continue to move forward in their trekking journey.

Kuari Pass Trek

The weather at the base camp of Kuari Pass (Pipalkoti) is mixed today. Sometimes it gets sunny and sometimes cloudy. As for the batches:

• The batch of 27th Sept is on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today they will move from Pipalkoti to Gulling Top.

Satopant Lake Trek

The weather at the Satopant Lake trek (Badrinath) is cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The batch of 27th Sept is on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today they will stay at Badrinath (acclimatization day).

HIMACHAL TREKS UPDATE

Hampta Pass Trek

The weather at the Hampta Pass base camp (Manali) is cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The batches of 25th Sept are on the 4th day of their trek schedule, and today, they will trek from Shea Goru to Chatru and drive to Chandratal and back to Chatru.
• The two batches of 26th Sept are on the 3rd day of their trek schedule, and today, they will trek from Balu Ka Ghera to Shea Goru via Hampta Pass.
• The two batches of 27th Sept are on their 2nd day, and today, they will trek from Chhika to Balu Ka Ghera.
• Two new batches have started on 28th Sept, and today, they will drive from Manali to Jobra and Trek from Jobra to Chhika.

Buran Ghati Trek

The weather at the base camp (Janglik) has turned cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The batch of 26th Sept is on the 3rd day, and today, they will trek from Dayara Thatch to Litham.

Rupin Pass Trek

The weather at Rupin Pass base camp (Bawta) is mixed today, sometimes it’s sunny and sometimes it gets cloudy. As for the batches:

• The 24th Sept batch is on the 5th day of their trek schedule, and today they will trek from Dandreyash Thatch to Upper Waterfall.
• The batch of 25th Sept is on its 4th day, and today, they will trek from Saruwas Thatch to Dandreyash Thatch.
• The batch of 26th Sept is on the 3rd day, and today, they will trek from Jakha to Saruwas Thatch.
• The two new batches of 27th Sept are on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today they will trek from Bawta to Jakha.
• A new batch of Rupin Pass has started on 28th Sept, and today, they will arrive in Bawta.

Bhrigu Lake Trek

The weather at the base camp (Manali) is cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The batch of 26th Sept is on the 3rd day of their trek schedule, and today, they will trek from Rola Kholi to Bhrigu Lake and back to Rola Kholi.

Kareri LakeTrek

The weather at the base camp of Kareri Village is cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The batch of 26th Sept is on the 3rd (last) day of their trek schedule, and today, they will descend to Kareri Village.

Beas Kund Trek

The weather at the base camp of Beas Kund (Manali) is cloudy today. As for the batches:

• The 26th Sept batch is on the 3rd day of their trek schedule, and today they will move from Lohali to Summit point via Lady Leg and Beas Kund and back to Lohali.

NORTHEAST TREKS UPDATE

Sandakphu Trek

The weather at the base camp of Sandakphu (Sepi) is sunny today. As for batches:

• The batch of 26th Sept is on the 3rd day of their trek schedule, and today, they will trek from Samanden to Phalut via Gorkhey.

Goechala Trek

The weather at the base camp of Goechala(Yuksom) is sunny today. As for the batches:

• The 27th Sept batch is on the 2nd day of their trek schedule, and today they will move from Yuksom to Sachen.

Overall, the Himalayas are currently experiencing a mix of cloudy and sunny with conditions expected to gradually stabilize as autumn progresses.

Keeping in mind the ongoing weather conditions and possible upcoming sudden changes, we have actionable tips for trekkers:

• Cloudy and rainy weather is manageable with the right preparation, albeit extra caution is needed in the Himalayas.
• Before stepping out, it's always better to check the latest weather updates.
• Pack appropriate rain gear, and ensure your equipment is suitable for wet terrain.
• More importantly, follow your trek leader’s instructions earnestly, and avoid unnecessary risks.
• Also, be prepared to delay or reschedule your trek.