✓ In season — great time to go

Har Ki Dun Trek in November

Weather, temperatures, packing and honest advice — from the team that runs this trail.

The quick answer

Yes — November is one of the best months for the Har Ki Dun trek. It falls squarely in the trail's prime season (Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov). The trek runs 7 days from Sankri, Uttarkashi, reaching 11,675 ft at its highest point, and is graded Moderate (3/5). The fee is ₹9,450 + 5% GST with permits, meals, camping and certified trek leaders included.

Why this window works: April–June brings flowering meadows and snow-draped Swargarohini; September–November adds post-monsoon clarity and golden harvest colours in Osla's fields.

Weather & trail conditions in November

The monsoon washes the sky clean, leaving the sharpest mountain views of the year. Trails are dry, rivers settle down, and nights get progressively colder as winter approaches. On Har Ki Dun, expect daytime temperatures around 10°C on the trail and roughly -4°C at the highest camps after dark in November.

November in the Himalayas

Daytime

~10°C

Night at camp

~-4°C

Highest point

11,675 ft

Grade

Moderate

What to pack for November

✓ Layered warm wear — October nights differ hugely from September's
✓ A padded jacket for camps above 10,000 ft
✓ High-ankle trekking shoes for dry, rocky trails
✓ A good camera — this is the season of clear summit views

Don't own the gear? Rent shoes, jackets and more on our rentals page — sanitised after every trek.

Booking notes for November

Crisp, quiet and underrated — often the easiest month to find a spot. The best months for Har Ki Dun are Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov.

Frequently asked

Is November a good time for the Har Ki Dun trek?

Yes — November is one of the best months for the Har Ki Dun trek. It falls squarely in the trail's prime season (Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov).

How cold is Har Ki Dun in November?

Plan for daytime temperatures around 10°C and nights near -4°C at the higher camps. Our sleeping bags are rated for well below these temperatures.

Can beginners do Har Ki Dun in November?

Har Ki Dun is graded Moderate (3/5), so we recommend at least one prior Himalayan trek. Beginners should start with Nag Tibba, Dayara Bugyal or Kedarkantha instead.