The short answer
October to early December is the clearest, followed by February to April. Monsoon (June to September) hides the peaks most days, although a few mornings will still be sharp after overnight rain.
Key facts
- Oct to Dec
- Cleanest air and best odds
- Jan to Feb
- Cold, crisp, snow on the peaks
- Mar to Apr
- Warm, hazier by afternoon
- Jun to Sep
- Cloud and rain, lush green
Insider tip
Haze rises in the lowlands from March, so mountain photos taken before 8 am look nothing like ones taken at noon.
Avoid this
Do not read "sunny" on a forecast as "clear". Ask a local about visibility at dawn, which is the only time that counts.
Related questions
Can I see the mountains in monsoon?
Sometimes. A morning after heavy overnight rain can be spectacular, but you cannot count on it.
Is winter a good season for views?
Yes, for clarity. It is cold at viewpoints, so pack for early mornings below freezing at higher spots.
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