The best time to climb Kilimanjaro
The best seasons to climb Kilimanjaro are late June to October, and January to early March. [NEEDS JOSEPH: one or two sentences on why, and what climbing in the other months is like]
Key facts
- Best seasons
- Late June to October, and January to early March
- Busiest months
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- Wettest months
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- Night temperature at the last camp
- [NEEDS JOSEPH: typical range, in °C]
Which months are best?
The best seasons are late June to October, and January to early March.
[NEEDS JOSEPH: your notes for each month. One or two lines per month on weather, crowds and conditions on the mountain.]
| Month | Joseph’s notes |
|---|---|
| January | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| February | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| March | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| April | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| May | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| June | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| July | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| August | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| September | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| October | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| November | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
| December | [NEEDS JOSEPH] |
Can I climb in the rainy season?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: whether you guide in the wet months, what changes on the trail and at camp, and which route you would choose then.]
When is the mountain busiest?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: the busiest months and routes, and how far ahead climbers should book in peak season. Gear rental already says the popular sizes go fast from July to September.]
How cold does it get?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: typical temperatures by zone and season, from the rainforest to summit night, ideally from your own thermometer readings.]
Does the season change which route I should pick?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: e.g. whether you recommend the north side (Rongai, Northern Circuit) in certain months. See Kilimanjaro routes compared.]
Questions people ask
What is the best month to climb Kilimanjaro?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: your favourite month or months, and why]
Can you climb Kilimanjaro in the rainy season?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: whether you guide in April, May and November, and what to expect]
When is Kilimanjaro least crowded?
[NEEDS JOSEPH]
Is it worth climbing at full moon?
[NEEDS JOSEPH: whether a full moon on summit night makes a difference in your experience]
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