What Is The Best Time To Climb Mt.Kilimanjaro?

What Is The Best Time To Climb Mt.Kilimanjaro? A once-in-a-lifetime experience, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is an unforgettable safari experience. It is the highest peak in Africa. A successful and memorable ascent of this magnificent mountain depends on selecting the ideal time to do so. We will reveal the ideal time to climb Kilimanjaro in this detailed guide, accounting for weather, crowd density, and other significant variables. Let’s get started and find the best time to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

Kilimanjaro can definitely be climbed all year round, but certain months are better than others in terms of popularity, weather, and trekking conditions.

Generally speaking, Focus East Africa Tours suggests that the warmest and driest months of the year. December to mid-March and mid-June to the end of October are the ideal times to climb Kilimanjaro. The short dry season and the long dry season, respectively, are the names given to these. On the other hand, April and May will be the long rainy season and November to December the short rainy season.

Climbing Kilimanjaro in January and February and early March.

Ideal trekking conditions.
Dry, bright, and well-visible days.
It might rain in the afternoon and there might be some clouds.
Snow-capped peak.
Despite being peak season, it won’t be as busy as June through September.

Climbing Kilimanjaro in March, April and May.
The lengthy wet season begins at the end of March.
It is not advised to climb during this time of year because the trails can be extremely muddy, snowy, and wet.
Popular routes won’t be busy during this period.
The Northern Circuit route is a good choice during this time because it experiences less rainfall.
Perfect for seasoned hikers who don’t mind erratic weather and wish to avoid crowds.

Climbing Kilimanjaro in June/ July/ August / September and October.
Peak season on the mountain.
Temperatures are typically lower but drier.
Beautiful views under bright, sunny skies.

Climbing Kilimanjaro in November and December

Afternoon rains will be common but clearer skies are present in the mornings and evenings
Because the northern side of the mountain is more sheltered, Focus East Africa Tours advises trekking on the Rongai route or Northern Circuit, which receives less rainfall overall.

Climbing During the Full Moon

Acclimating to the full moon while climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is an incredibly enchanting experience. You can see the glaciers illuminated by the bright moon as you gaze up at the clear, starry skies. The moonlight will help you see better, so you might not even need your headlamp especially on your last ascent to Uhuru Peak.

In order to give you group departures with the summit day falling on full moon days, Focus East Africa Tours computed these full moon dates and worked backwards. To gain a better understanding of these dates, view our group departures.

Other Factors to Consider

Temperatures: Kilimanjaro has five distinct climate zones, with the “arctic zone” at the summit being the last. Throughout the year, the temperature can drop significantly below freezing in this place. The coldest months are typically December through March and June (shortly after the rains), with a good chance of snowfall on the summit.

Visibility: Due to cloud cover, visibility can be limited in late March through the end of May and throughout the entire month of November.

Crowds: January through early March and June through October are the busiest months on the mountain. Overcrowding at the campsite restrooms is a major concern for many hikers during these busy times. To avoid this problem, Focus East Africa Tours offers private lavatory tents exclusively for the group. Furthermore, a lot of hikers don’t mind the hectic times because they get to create more memories and make friends for life with the people they meet on these treks.

Are you prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime experience? If you want to hike up the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro and have an amazing experience, look no further than Focus East Africa Tours is committed to giving you the best possible service, knowledgeable guides, and unmatched support to ensure that your climb up Kilimanjaro is an absolute success.