Current Travel Information

31 October 2026 | NepalNOW Weather and Travel Update

Weather expected to improve

There is encouraging news for travellers in Nepal.

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) indicates that the current weather system is gradually weakening, with conditions expected to improve from Saturday afternoon into Sunday, 1 November.

However, rain and snowfall have disrupted trekking across Nepal’s major trekking regions over the past 24 hours, affecting both lower-altitude trails and higher Himalayan routes.

Mountain guides reporting from the ground this morning describe rainfall at elevations up to approximately 3,600 metres and snowfall higher up. Conditions vary by location, and this is not a fixed snowline across Nepal.

Trekking disruptions across the Himalaya

Rain and snowfall have affected trekking in Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, Makalu, Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan regions.

At lower elevations, rain has made some trails difficult to negotiate, while snowfall at higher elevations has interrupted journeys and affected mountain passes.

Trekkers in affected areas have paused, remained in lodges or adjusted their itineraries.

Road and flight conditions

Despite the widespread rainfall, disruption to Nepal’s road network has been relatively limited so far.

Some localised landslides and road blockages have been reported, but there is no indication of widespread disruption to the national road network.

Road conditions can still change, particularly along mountain highways and landslide-prone sections. Travellers should check individual routes before departure.

Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu is operating normally, with international flights arriving and departing.

Domestic flights, particularly those serving mountain airports, have experienced weather-related delays and disruptions. Travellers should check directly with their airlines.

Improving weather does not mean immediate access

As the weather clears, attention must turn to the conditions left behind.

Snow accumulation, avalanche exposure and obscured trails may continue to affect high-altitude routes. Rain can leave slippery trails, unstable slopes and damaged paths.

Clear skies do not automatically mean that a trail, mountain pass or road is ready for use.

Some affected routes may require local assessments before travel resumes.

Monitor. Listen. Adapt.

MONITOR: Check updated weather, road, trail and flight conditions.

LISTEN: Follow advice from local authorities, experienced guides and transport operators.

ADAPT: Be prepared to adjust routes, departure times and itineraries based on conditions on the ground.

Nepal remains open

Although rain and snowfall have disrupted trekking across major Himalayan regions, the impact varies considerably by destination and elevation.

International flights continue operating, road disruptions have been limited, and many lower-altitude tourism activities remain possible with local adjustments.

As the weather improves, travel can resume progressively where individual routes have been assessed.

The key message: Better weather is expected, but the effects of rain and snowfall may last longer.

NepalNOW will continue sharing official information and reports from the ground.

Sources: DHM Special Weather Bulletin No. 4, 31 October 2026; mountain guide and tourism operator reports received through the morning of 31 October.