SaralnamaToday: Clear skies and calm winds in the Himalayas are changing. Monsoons now stretch into autumn, the mountain tourism season. Last weekend, a blizzard stranded 600 tourists near Everest at 4,900m. One person died. From 4-: Heavy rain and snow hit Nepal. Landslides and floods killed about 60 people. Meteorologists say monsoons now last until mid-October. Until now: Extreme weather has become more frequent in recent years. High moisture levels cause heavy rain in short periods. Westerly disturbances meet monsoons, causing extreme weather. Next: Weather patterns are becoming less reliable. Flexible scheduling and experienced leadership are crucial for Himalayan expeditions. (Updated 12 Oct 2025, 03:55 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Today: Clear skies and calm winds in the Himalayas are changing
- Monsoons now stretch into autumn, the mountain tourism season
- Last weekend, a blizzard stranded 600 tourists near Everest at 4,900m