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Lukla Weather in October

With daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F), October in Lukla brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 99 mm (3.9 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Lukla in October

You can typically expect 4 days of snow/rain this month, averaging around 99 mm (3.9 in). Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Lukla in October

In October, Lukla gets low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to around 0°C (32°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights are well below freezing at 0°C (32°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 October

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
99 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
4 days

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Historical weather records for Lukla in October

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 October

Based on 19 years of weather observations in Lukla between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On October 11, 2021, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest October day on record.
  • Lukla experienced its chilliest October day on October 23, 2006, reaching only -1°C (30°F).
  • Lukla registered its coldest October night on October 22, 2011, with temperatures dropping to -12°C (10°F).
  • The wettest day in October Lukla was on October 19, 2021 with 69 mm (2.7 in) of precipitation.

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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 October

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Lukla in October. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Lukla in October

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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