February · Nepal
Best time to visit Everest Base Camp in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Everest Base Camp in February
Average temperature -12°C, 9 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.0/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -12°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Everest Base Camp scores 6.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around -12°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Everest Base Camp is the trekking goal in Nepal's Khumbu region, reached through Sherpa villages and high valleys.
February in Everest Base Camp — middling scores, decent value
February sits at -12°C (11°F), firmly in deep-winter territory. Plan compact outdoor blocks with warm reset points between them rather than full days outside.
Only 9 mm of water-equivalent precipitation is expected (snow at altitude), leaving about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 7.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Everest Base Camp in February?
- In February, Everest Base Camp averages -12°C, 9 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Everest Base Camp?
- February earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Everest Base Camp in February?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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