CLIMATE & ALTITUDE

Climate

Climatic conditions in Ladakh vary from being extremely cold to moderate with never having seen the warmer side of seasonal change. Winters are marked with temperatures that are below freezing point. Roads remain closed and the only way to access the white paradise that is Ladakh is by taking a flight. Summers, starting from May up to September, are pleasant with day temperatures around 19 to 20 degrees Celsius. Nights are cold and chilly. If you are out till late evening, you need to take a jacket with you. Best time to visit Ladakh would be after mid-July till late August. However, if you want to see the magnificence of winters in Ladakh including the exciting Chadar Trek, you must visit this region in January.

Altitude

Altitude is a big factor when it comes to planning a visit to Ladakh. Due to lesser oxygen level at high altitudes in and around Ladakh, one might experience dizziness and headaches. Avoid halting for a long time at passes with altitudes higher than 10,000 feet. A proper medical kit including oxygen enhancing tablets for high altitudes is recommended to be taken with you all the time. Drinking sips of water frequently will also help you to acclimatise with the surrounding soon. Complete rest on your first day in Ladakh is another precautionary measure you can take so as to avoid uneasiness with your health on the trip.