The short answer
When to go to Churdhar
The best windows are April to June and September to November, when skies are clearer and the trail is free of deep snow. December to March brings snow and ice on the upper slopes, which suits only experienced trekkers with proper gear, and July and August bring slippery paths and landslide risk. Older travellers will find May and October the most comfortable, with a night at Rajgarh or Sarain before the climb.
Month by month
Churdhar weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | — | — | Snow on the upper trail; experienced trekkers only | |
| February | — | — | — | Cold with snow cover; short days | |
| March | — | — | — | Melting snow, icy patches; variable | |
| April | — | — | — | Clear weather as the trail opens | |
| May | — | — | — | Pleasant and dry; good visibility | |
| June | — | — | — | Warm days, cold nights; pre-monsoon | |
| July | — | — | — | Monsoon rain; slippery paths | |
| August | — | — | — | Heavy rain; landslide risk | |
| September | — | — | — | Rain easing; green hills | |
| October | — | — | — | Crisp, clear weather | |
| November | — | — | — | Cold, clear; early snow possible | |
| December | — | — | — | Snow and cold; experienced trekkers only |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Churdhar seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: April, May, June and October
- April: Clear weather as the trail opens
- May: Pleasant and dry; good visibility
- June: Warm days, cold nights; pre-monsoon
- October: Crisp, clear weather
Good, with small trade-offs: September and November
- September: Rain easing; green hills
- November: Cold, clear; early snow possible
Possible, with planning: January, February, March and December
- January: Snow on the upper trail; experienced trekkers only
- February: Cold with snow cover; short days
- March: Melting snow, icy patches; variable
- December: Snow and cold; experienced trekkers only
Best avoided with parents or children: July and August
- July: Monsoon rain; slippery paths
- August: Heavy rain; landslide risk
Useful answers
Best time to visit Churdhar: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Churdhar?
April, May, June and October are the best months to visit Churdhar, with September and November also good. The best windows are April to June and September to November, when skies are clearer and the trail is free of deep snow. December to March brings snow and ice on the upper slopes, which suits only experienced trekkers with proper gear, and July and August bring slippery paths and landslide risk. Older travellers will find May and October the most comfortable, with a night at Rajgarh or Sarain before the climb.
Which months should I avoid in Churdhar with elderly parents?
July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Monsoon rain; slippery paths Heavy rain; landslide risk