The Zanskar River freezes in the month of January and February, hence making them the months adequate for the astounding Chadar Trek. Chadar trek is an exuberant experience not just about bragging and flaunting social media updates but experiencing each moment and documenting splendid memories.

Before landing up for the exhilarating experience must get acquainted with the climate of the trek so as you to know the ideal time to enjoy the enthralling journey at its best adding up to the unique experiences in your itinerary.

Chadar trek temperature in January:

The bone-chilling 105 Km walk over the ice sheet of the Zanskar river is a challenging task. With the temperatures oscillating between -5 degree celsius to -25 degree celsius, tattering teeth and the shivering bodies tell-all about the piercing weather show the effect of January cold.

Though the temperature is south to zero degree celsius, it takes to mid-January to get the Zanskar River apt for the Chadar Trek. You must not plan for the trek in the beginning of January as the thin sheet of ice over the raging river can break anytime and is probably incapable of holding your weight.

You can definitely start working on your physical as well as mental fitness two-three months prior to your trek, so that the beginning of january goes in the last minute packing and travelling to Ladakh. You must also consider this month for acclimatization for an AMS free Chadar Trek.

Min Temperature: -5 degree celsius

Max Temperature: -25 degree celsius

Chadar trek temperature in February:

February experiences the ideal temperature for the Chadar Trek as the Zanskar River has completely attained its frozen form. While the biting winter winds makes every step difficult for the trekkers, the temperature fluctuations bring the major hurdle in your exciting trek - broken trails.

Broken trails result in major injuries as the trekkers cannot make out if they are stepping on solid ice sheet or the cracking ice. The temperature during the day ranges from -5-degree celsius to -10 degree celsius whereas it drops down to -25 degree celsius at night.

Hence it is necessary to ensure that you choose the operator wisely, rendering you a one in a lifetime experience. It is advisable not to opt for the trip after mid February as the river starts returning to its usual form.

Min Temperature : -5 degree celsius

Max Temperature: -25 degree celsius