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Lukla Weather in April

April in Lukla sees daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F) at night. With around 80 mm (3.1 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Lukla in April

Historically, approximately 5 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 80 mm (3.1 in). Showers tend to be short but heavy rather than persistent drizzle. When it rains, it usually means it, but it doesn't last long.

Temperature in Lukla in April

In April, expect low temperatures in Lukla, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights are well below freezing at -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.

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Lukla Temperature in April

Min Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
16%
Precipitation
80 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
5 days

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Historical weather records for Lukla in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Lukla spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Lukla historical weather extremes in April

Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Lukla.

  • The coldest April day was on April 19, 2006, with a maximum of -3°C (27°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to -17°C (1°F) on April 7, 2008, marking the coldest April night on record.
  • Peak precipitation in April occurred on April 18, 2006, when 19 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation was measured.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Lukla in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Lukla in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Lukla in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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