{"id":3973,"date":"2020-04-12T08:12:27","date_gmt":"2020-04-12T02:27:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/honeyguideapps.com\/blog\/?p=3973"},"modified":"2022-02-16T23:43:30","modified_gmt":"2022-02-16T17:58:30","slug":"lukla-weather-and-flights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/honeyguideapps.com\/blog\/lukla-weather-and-flights","title":{"rendered":"Lukla Weather and Flights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Lukla\u2019s weather is dramatic and unpredictable. And the weather is partly to blame for the delayed flights, stranded trekkers, and helicopter rides. Despite the unpredictability, Lukla flight is still the most convenient way into the Everest region. So, we\u2019ll help you understand the weather in Lukla and its implication on flights.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Lukla Weather Impacts Flights?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Lukla Weather Report<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lukla weather is a significant factor impacting the flights. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, Lukla rests perfectly (or oddly) on a hilltop as the gateway to the Everest region<\/a>. While early mornings are clear in the mountains, a tailwind gradually builds up through the afternoon. Hence, Lukla flights are scheduled only in the mornings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Besides, the seasonality and visibility add up to it. While the rain clouds come into play in monsoon, wind and thunderstorms are common during spring afternoons. Winters have better visibility in Lukla<\/a>, but fog in Kathmandu can impact flights sometimes. And as the weather turns bad, Lukla Airport<\/a> can shut down in a matter of minutes affecting the flights.<\/span><\/p>\n

Preparation<\/strong>: Please bear in mind that no matter what, Lukla weather is unpredictable. So, we highly advise you to consider having a buffer day or two and some extra cash. Also, knowing the best time to trek to EBC<\/a> helps.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best Sources for Lukla Weather Right Now<\/span><\/h2>\n

For those who wish to see the weather now, Windy is an excellent website<\/a>. You can visualize the weather for different locations and filter according to- cloud, wind, rain\/thunder, temperature, etc. It is also a useful resource for weather forecasts.
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However, if you wish to know the exact weather from the local, below are the Facebook pages and contact numbers of hotels near the Lukla airport:<\/span><\/p>\n

Himalayan Lodge:<\/strong>
<\/span>Contact number- +977-9808505040 \/ 038-550017<\/span><\/p>\n

Buddha Lodge
<\/strong>Facebook Page: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/buddhalodgelukla\/
<\/span>Contact Number: +977-9851086008 \/ 038-550028<\/span><\/p>\n

Live Weather Update of Lukla<\/span><\/h2>\n

Buddha Lodge<\/span><\/h3>\n

https:\/\/youtu.be\/M4TjgrdvpN8<\/p>\n

Himalaya Lodge<\/h3>\n

https:\/\/youtu.be\/bV2atoPoC8g<\/p>\n

Best Sources of Lukla Weather Forecasts<\/span><\/h2>\n
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The screenshot of Lukla Airport from Windy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Although we cannot guarantee anything that predicts the weather in the mountains accurately, below are a few relevant sources that will help you see the weather forecast for Lukla.<\/span><\/p>\n

Accuweather<\/span><\/h4>\n

Accuweather is used by several hotel owners in Lukla to see the weather forecast. It provides hourly, daily, and monthly weather forecasts.\u00a0
<\/span>Website: <\/strong>https:\/\/www.accuweather.com\/en\/np\/lukla\/245361\/weather-forecast\/245361<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Weather Atlas<\/span><\/h4>\n

Weather Atlas is another good resource that helps you up to 10 days forecast. Another good thing is, you can also find place-wise weather reports for Gokyo, Gorakshep, etc.
<\/span>Website: <\/strong>https:\/\/www.weather-atlas.com\/en\/nepal\/lukla<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Mountain Forecast<\/span><\/h4>\n

Mountain forecast is a great website to consult, especially if you are a climber and wish to see the weather conditions in the mountains. You can browse by country, range, subrange, or mountain names from all around the world. It has six hours averages for weather and is admired by mountaineers planning their expeditions.
<\/span>Website:<\/strong> <\/span>https:\/\/www.mountain-forecast.com\/maps\/Nepal<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Lukla Weather: January\/ February (Winter)<\/span><\/h2>\n