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# Manaslu Circuit in March: Weather, Snow and Larkya La Conditions

March requires separate planning for the warm Budhi Gandaki corridor and the exposed upper route. Old winter snow, shaded ice and occasional fresh snowfall remain realistic, especially early in March. Conditions often improve through the month as lodges reopen.

**March**Travel month

**12 hours near the equinox**Daylight

**Low to moderate, increasing after mid-month**Crowds

**Check report**Pass decision

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**By [Dinesh Bhusal](/author-dinesh-bhusal)**4 min read

**✓ Reviewed 21 Aug 2026**

Information checked against current official and local sources. Fees, access, permits and transport can change.
[Sources & methodology →](/data-methodology)

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Current information
✓ Last checked: 21 Aug 2026

Permits, fees, flights, border rules and operating conditions can change. We use official and current sources whenever possible and recommend reconfirming time-sensitive details before travel.

[Official sources ↗](https://ntb.gov.np/mount-manaslu)[What to recheck →](/data-methodology)
Details and source context

Status

Planning guidance reviewed

Applies to

Manaslu Circuit Trek

Last checked

21 Aug 2026

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## Lower-valley daytime and night conditions

Machha Khola–Deng is often pleasantly warm at roughly 17–24°C by day and 7–12°C at night.

## Samagaun and Samdo temperatures

Samagaun/Samdo planning ranges are about 1–9°C by day and −10 to −4°C overnight, with colder spells after storms. in March, these are broad planning ranges rather than a forecast; aspect, cloud, wind and individual weather systems can move temperatures outside them.

## Larkya La snow tendency

Old winter snow, shaded ice and occasional fresh snowfall remain realistic, especially early in March. Conditions often improve through the month as lodges reopen.

## Rainfall, cloud and visibility

Mostly dry spring patterns with clear mornings; afternoon cloud and isolated snow showers can occur higher up.

## Daylight hours

About 12 hours near the equinox, improving flexibility for long stages without removing the need for an early pass start.

## Crowds and lodge pressure

Low to moderate, increasing after mid-month. Lodge pressure is usually manageable outside fixed holiday departures.

## Road reliability

Pre-monsoon roads are generally serviceable, though dust, construction and occasional rain still slow the final approach.

## Exact packing adjustments

Carry a −15°C comfort sleeping bag, warm down jacket, waterproof shell, gaiters and traction if recent reports show ice. Add lip balm, sunglasses and high-SPF protection for bright snow.

## Compared with the month before and after

Warmer and more serviced than February; cooler, quieter and more snow-prone than April.

## Choose the route that fits the day you have

Before you book or set out for in march, keep these details visible in the plan: Travel month: March; Daylight: 12 hours near the equinox; Crowds: Low to moderate, increasing after mid-month; Pass decision: Check report

For this in march guide, the right choice depends on the hardest stage, the highest sleeping point, transport exposure and the time left after a delay. Read the route as a sequence of decisions rather than as a list of attractions.

- Write down the start, finish, overnight stops and fallback for the key day.

- Protect recovery and departure time before adding another stop.

- Ask the operator to explain what changes when weather, health or access disrupts the plan.

## Check the day-to-day fit

For this in march guide, compare the actual start, finish, overnight stops, longest day, highest sleeping point and transport exposure. in March, two routes with similar names can feel completely different once stairs, road delays, weather and recovery time are included.

Ask what the group does when the main viewpoint, pass, road or lodge is unavailable on this in march plan. in March, a good itinerary shows a lower or slower alternative and protects time before the next flight or international connection.

- Choose the route that matches the group's real pace.

- Protect a buffer before a critical departure.

- Ask how an early finish or changed route affects cost and transport.

Continue planning

## Related planning guides

[Related guide
### in November

November requires separate planning for the warm Budhi Gandaki corridor and the exposed upper route. The pass is often dry or snow-light early, with a rising chance of hard ice, fresh snow and wind-related closure later in the month.](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-november)[Related guide
### in December

December requires separate planning for the warm Budhi Gandaki corridor and the exposed upper route. Early December can remain crossable after a dry autumn; later winter storms, hard ice and lodge closure make the pass increasingly uncertain.](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-december)[Related guide
### in April

April requires separate planning for the warm Budhi Gandaki corridor and the exposed upper route. Larkya La is often practical with settled weather, but old snow, freeze-thaw ice and spring storms still require current reports and a turnaround plan.](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-april)

Useful answers

## Frequently asked questions

What should I know before starting this section of the Manaslu Circuit?+
March requires separate planning for the warm Budhi Gandaki corridor and the exposed upper route. Old winter snow, shaded ice and occasional fresh snowfall remain realistic, especially early in March. Conditions often improve through the month as lodges reopen.
Are licensed guides mandatory on the Manaslu Circuit?+
Yes. in March, manaslu is a restricted area: the Nepal Department of Immigration requires foreign trekkers to travel with a licensed guide through a registered agency, in a group of at least two. One guide may lead a maximum of 7 trekkers, so larger groups add another guide. The same guide rule applies across Nepal's restricted areas, including Upper Mustang and the Tsum Valley.
How do teahouse accommodations and meal ordering work here?+
Teahouses offer twin-share rooms and home-cooked meals (dal bhat, soups, porridge, noodles). In peak season, dinner orders are placed in the late afternoon for timely service.
What altitude precautions should be followed on this route?+
in March, ascend gradually, maintain good hydration, and immediately report symptoms such as persistent headache, nausea, or dizziness to the guide.

## Sources & methodology

Use the dated sources below for the claims they support. Recheck time-sensitive permits, fees, transport and border procedures before booking.

[**Nepal Tourism Board — Mount Manaslu** ↗](https://ntb.gov.np/mount-manaslu)

Continue planning

## Related Manaslu Circuit guides

[Monthly guide
### in January

Read the in January guide →](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-january)[Monthly guide
### in February

Read the in February guide →](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-february)[Monthly guide
### in April

Read the in April guide →](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-april)[Monthly guide
### in May

Read the in May guide →](/manaslu-circuit/manaslu-circuit-in-may)

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