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Lower-valley daytime and night conditions
Lower-valley days are mild at roughly 15–23°C, while nights cool to about 6–11°C.
Samagaun and Samdo temperatures
Samagaun/Samdo often sees 0–9°C by day and −10 to −3°C overnight; late-month cold is substantially sharper. 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
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.
Rainfall, cloud and visibility
Frequently clear and dry with excellent visibility, though western disturbances can bring abrupt cloud and snowfall.
Daylight hours
About 10¾–11½ hours, so slow groups need disciplined early starts and limited summit-stop time.
Crowds and lodge pressure
Busy in early November, easing later. Lodge pressure reduces after the main autumn wave, but some high services also begin winding down.
Road reliability
Generally one of the drier, more reliable periods; dust, construction and local damage still affect journey time.
Exact packing adjustments
Upgrade to a −15°C comfort sleeping bag, warmer down jacket, insulated bottle, spare gloves and gaiters. Ask specifically about ice before deciding whether to carry traction.
Compared with the month before and after
Colder, quieter and often equally clear compared with October; more serviced and normally more practical than December.
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Should I confirm this before departure?
Yes. Road, trail, lodge, permit and weather conditions can change; confirm the current situation with the guide.
Is flexibility necessary?
Yes. Keep a buffer for weather, health and road disruption rather than forcing a fixed schedule.
Sources and fact-checking
Rules, prices, access, weather and local procedures can change. Reconfirm current conditions before travel.
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