10th Feb, 2025

Everest In March

- Magnificent Himalayan Treks

This is the spring of the year. You will see the beautiful blooming of rhododendrons on the lower slopes of the mountains. The weather is not cold like February. It’s not warm either. You will find the very temperate weather.

The temperature at Namche Bazaar can reach up to 9oC (49°F) but but you can still see midnight temperatures below freezing. You will also see the snow falling at some of the high passes but will disappear quickly to some extent .

That’s why for safe travels its equally necessary to ask your guides or the locals around.

Everest Base Camp Weather in March: What to Expect?

You will find very chilly mornings and evenings but will warm up during the day. Just because it warms up doesn’t mean you will dress however you want. Remember! Layering your clothes is compulsory for your safety.

This is the main trekking season of the year. You will find the return of the trekkers, the lodge house owners as the Everest is a commercialized Trek. The routes get busy and there are probable chances that there will be occasional delays in flights at this season of the month.

March is the perfect ideal season for trekking. You can expect the clear blue sky with amazing landscapes. The walking does justice because the trails will be packed but it's clearly visble.

You can also expect the numerous strangers sharing the same enthuism as you. This will give you a very homely environment to move forward.

How Snowfall in March Affects Your Everest Base Camp Trek

Before you make a move towards Everest Base Camp Trek make sure you check the high passes. The way is might not be as exciting as you think. You will struggle physically and mentally.

It really unlikely that there will be any snowfall or enough of it to affect your trek.

However in such cases you can take proper guidence from your professional guides or the lodge owners. Don't be upset incase of change of plans.

But, you will be at peace and make your journey amazing witnessing the beautiful mountains, the steepy trails, the lush forests and so on.

What’s Great & What’s Difficult trekking to EBC in March?

You can compare the notes on the trails if you catch the vibe amongst people. You will meet numerous fellow trekkers on the way, make sure you socialize with each other.

The trek is a very long way so , the more is the company the better gets the routes. However, if you are someone who avoids meeting new people or couldn’t socialize than ofcourse this Spring month is not for you.

Make sure you book your services at advance as its the busiest season of the year. Everyone is like you at a queue for best accommodations.

The teahouses or the lodges will be packed. You will ha plenty of food options on the menu.The first half of the month you might get whatever you want as it’s the start and goods will be brought by flight / yak but somehow the options declines by the end of the month.

You might thing this is an issue, but it absolutely isn’t as we have already suggested to book a professional guide. He will make your services available. The risk is if you are trekking and travelling solo.

There are plenty of seats available on the days you want them because there are a lot of airplanes flying.

Preparing for Everest Base Camp in March: What You Need to Know

Trekking to March is more easier compared o the other Monsoon or winter months. But no matter what, high-altitude trekking involves risks and a threat to a life. Let’s see what should be done:

Training Exercises for Everest Base Camp Trek

You can join the Gym, or go for weight trainings. There are other alternatives as well like jogging or you can go for Zumba Classes.

As the trekking part involves the longer walks make sure you go for hikings that will boost up your strength. It involves moving uphill. This increases your stamina and makes you prepared to walk.

Acclimatization and Altitude Sickness for EBC Trek

You are young and full of passion doesn’t mean your body helps you push beyond nature. That’s why you have to be smart enough to figure out why acclimatization is necessary . You have to take enough rest so that you can have the stamina to trek further.

Regarding EBC you have to spend two nights at Namche Bazaar. You can go on hikes once you reach there.

The another rest stop is Dingboche before you move your journey further.

This is for your own safety so that you make the habit of taking long walks.

Acclimation is highly important if you are a solo trekker. No matter how fine you feel, don’t outsmart yourself and try to push further as taking enough rest is a Protocol for every trekkings.

The final Push to Everest has no Oxygen. Now try imagining a body without oxygen, dead right? That’s why carry the supplemental oxygen. Be safe from altitude sickness.

There might be symptoms like a mild headache, nauseous, tiredness. The other symptoms involves not being able to sleep, having loss of appetite or dizziness. This is a serious issue . You will definitely be in problem if you neglect this.

Even if you are a pro at this mountaineering or athlete this might cause hell of a trouble. Altitude sickness has nothing to do with age barriers. It affects old, it affects young. However, precautions can be taken.

Tips to Avoid Altitude-Related Illness for Everest Base Camp Trek

Water is the key.Drink enough water at day and evening.This protects you from dehydration.
Eat a good breakfast and dinner. If you don’t feel like eating during the day while hiking, bring chocolate or biscuits with you.
Take nutritious diet . If you do not feel like eating, take chocolates or biscuits but do not trek without food.
Acclimatizing is the not an option but a priority.
Moving too fast declines your energy and dehydrates you. It lessens oxygen on your body. So, don’t rush.
Don’t ignore headaches.
Descent if necessary. Your health is your priority.
Be aware about altitude sickness.

Essential Gear and Clothing for EBC Trek in March

No matter what weather it is, if you are thinking of taking a leap to trekking, your packing list is the top-notch priority. Lets see what we all should carry:

Four-seasons sleeping bag
Trekking boots and wear them before you come
Trekking trousers
Thermal leggings and tops
Trekking tops that are easy to put on and take off
Jackets (both down and fleece)
Warm socks
Gloves and a warm hat and a bandana.
Sun hat for during the day
Trekking poles
Sunscreen for that high-altitude sun
Lip balm
Moisturiser
Thermal flask (great for drinking warm water or tea between teahouses)
Water purifying tablets or straws for drinking water
Sunglasses – so much better if they are large and/or wrap around
Camera
Whistle (in case of emergencies)
Medical kit (including extras of your essential medicines in case of delays)
Personal hygiene kit: toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, soap, sponge, towel, toilet paper
Washing powder (if you really think you will be washing anything on the way) or use your shower gel
Notebook and pen, yes we know your use Instagram but WiFi is not always available
Phone charger and power pack

Obtaining Permits and Documentation

There are two main permits required for Everest Base Camp Trek

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit costing Rs 2000 each person.

This permit is available in Lukla or Monjo . It is not available in Kathmandu.

The next permit is Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit costing Rs 3000 each. You can ge the parking permit at Nepal Tourism Board Office in Kathmandu or Monjo at the gate entrance for Sagarmatha National Park.

It is more convenient at Monjo.

Broadly speaking if you are trekking from Jiri, you need Gaurishankar Conservation Area Permit . This also available in Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu costing Rs 3000 each.

Carry a copy of your passport for all. To obtain this permit you also need two passport-sized photographs . The payment can be done in local currency.

Emergency Services & Travel Insurance

Make sure your trek is covered by travel insurance. Your insurance should cover up to 5,000. It’s definitely your loss if you are not covered by insurance.

Helicopter rescues are available , incase you are trapped in the financial burden will eat you up. The business and locals are not responsible for everybody’s safety and health as there are thousands of trekking moving forward.

If you are also interested to fly on heights instead of long walks visit our Helicopter Tour.

Your emergency services and travel insurance should be your priority.

Routes and Itineraries for the EBC Trek

Routes That Are Popular in March

All the routes should be open in March, unless you are unlucky and the winter is very long. Once you are in Namche, you can confirm. On the route down from EBC, you will meet people who will have firsthand information of the present condition of the trails.

The teahouses at Thagnak and Dhonjila, the towns on each side of the Chola Pass, should reopen if you intend to undertake the Everest Three Passes Trek or the Gokyo Chola Passes Trek. Before you go, please confirm with your guide or other hikers or lodge owners.

March Trekking with Helicopter Tour

There are now choices for a 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9-day trek that includes a helicopter return trip to Kathmandu if you would like to reach EBC but would prefer a shorter trek.

Before most trekkers arrive and before the climbing expeditions start to arrive at the end of March or early April, it would be wise to do this in the first half of March.

However, these tours are offered all year long. At the beginning of March, it is slightly simpler to secure your preferred dates and helicopter seats.

Changes in March Due to Weather Conditions

The change of routes due to the bad weather condition is very rare as March is one of the popular trekking season of the year.

Key Rest Stops and Highlights Along the way

Actually, Namche Bazaar is where you start. The town and the surrounding villages and landscape can be explored during your two nights here for acclimatization.

You will probably spend an additional night here on the way back.

Visit the Sagarmatha National Park Visitors Center's Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Heritage Center.

Learn everything there is to know about Hillary and Tenzing at this site, which opened in May 2023 to commemorate 70 years since the first Everest ascent.

Stop by the Irish Pub for a game of snooker and a glass of Guinness!

Discover the top bakeries in the area for breads, pies, and cakes.

For locally produced goods and handicrafts to bring home, stop by the Saturday market if you're here on a Saturday. Few folks have goods from Namche Bazaar all the way!

Heading off trek to Khumjung, where Hillary established a school for Sherpa kids.

You can see the Danphe, Nepal's national bird, by going bird watching.

For an awesome view of Everest, hike to Hotel Everest View and enjoy some delicious food and/or hot beverages.

The highest monastery in the area is located in Tengboche.

Enjoy the breathtaking vistas, light some oil lights, and interact with monks. However, kindly show consideration and give the Monastery a small donation.

Located at 4,940 meters (16,210 feet), Lobuche is a small town. Trekkers travel from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp, which is a morning or afternoon journey, from this base.

Everest Base Camp

Once you reach Everest Base Camp , you are good to go. Take as much as good pictures once you reach there.

Travel and Safety Advice

Keeping a Close Watch on the Weather

Keeping updated on the weather in the Everest Region is difficult. The Everest Weather Station Network is a weather center established by National Geographic. But this is mostly for places that are quite high up, like Mount Everest itself.

However, you can use your phone to check the weather and set the altitude to the lowest possible level, which is 4,000 meters (13,123 feet).

Otherwise, you'll need to ask locals what they think the weather will be like over the next three days. The weather is generally stable in March; snowfall is uncommon at lower elevations and rain is not anticipated.

Adapting to Weather and Terrain

We have provided altitude-related advice above. Please make sure you acclimate well overall. This is particularly crucial if you don't have lodging reserved in advance or are traveling without a guide. If you're feeling good, it could be tempting to keep going. Don't do that!

Keep an eye out for any headaches. It could be a straightforward issue or the beginning of something darker. It is true that altitude sickness exists.

Be prepared for anything. Pack for extremely cold weather as well as warmer times of the day. Even though it doesn't seem warm, the sun is incredibly intense at high altitudes.

Therefore, keep in mind the sunscreen throughout the periods when you might only be wearing a t-shirt. Speaking about T-shirts, wear layers so you can quickly put them on and take them off based on the situation and time of day.

HealthPosts along the way

There are numerous Hospitals on the trails towards EBC listed below:

Himalayan Sherpa Hospital was opened in November 2022. It is located at Phakding offering 15 beds facility and emergency services to the locals.

For more information click at Himalayan Sherpa Foundation.

Likewise Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) at Periche is guided by volunteer doctors in spring and autumn. Since 1973 it has been a non-profit organization with the main motive of reducing the casualties in the terrains upwards.

This association focuses on altitude-related problems . This is the major issue they focus on everyday at 3 pm free of cost. You are welcome to attend.

Precisely, The Mountain Medical Institute (MMI) is available at Namche and Dingboche. But the Dingboche branch is closed during the winter months . You get the services like the basic lab, EKG and ultrasonography at this Medical institute.

Responsible Trekking

“Health is wealth”, we all have heard about it. Means to say, don’t stress and since it’s a long way walk slowly. Likewise, hydration is the key. You have to be responsible for your health. If you feel difficulty in proceeding upwards.

Head towards downhill and acclimatize yourself. Once you recover yourself you can safely proceed again towards the trek.

Making it more precise, quit trek if your symptoms worsen your trek.

Embracing the Difficulties of March Trekking

By the end of March the locals are desperate and happy to welcome the trekkers at Everest Base Camp. As it is the full-on spring, you will see the trekkers happy and enthusiastic to march upwards. However, at the start of march the weather slightly will be chilly and cold.

But despite of the difficult circumstances, March trekking to Everest brings the profound happiness.

Trekking safety tips for March

You will love to witness the clear blue skies and the majestic mountains especially from the lower altitude.

I know this might sound bizarre as you have invested lots of financial and physical efforts for the trek but saying it on for your well-being. Descend!

The mountains are waiting for you in future but first make sure your health is in good shape.In such cases you can enjoy the hotels and teahouses at the lower levels or the short hikes.

Proper gear is essential. Proper insurance and your fitness maintenance is mandatory too.

Make obvious that you might have to make change of plans because of the climate.On 2023, a chinese climber had to go through this unforeseen circumstances .

He couldn’t make it to the final push as his Sherpa guide decided to rescue another climber from the Rainbow valley(Death Zone). This is the change we dealing with.

However, if you are have decided to trek towards Everest Summit make sure you trek safely.

Conclusion

March offers you the most harmonious journey towards the Everest Base Camp. This is the perfect time to trek and make adventurous journey . Magnificient Himalayan is happy to arrange your demands , you just have to rely on us.