Travelers' Guide - Climate and Clothing

Climate and Clothing

Tourist season in Leh begins from May to end of October and during this course of time the days are pretty warm even hot due to the desert effect of the barren landscape, evenings can become chilly, requiring additional clothing.

• It is therefore advisable to keep a pullover and / an Anorak handy.
• A sturdy pair of walking shoes with strong rubber or synthetic soles for grip.
• Carry 3 to 4 pairs of woolen socks and one pair made of cotton for use at lower altitude.
• A wide-brimmed hat or a sunshade cap is essential to protect eyes from sun glare.
• Sleeping bag, important items of trekking gear.
• Sunglasses, very necessary to protect eyes from the sun, especially on ice or snow.
• A sturdy rucksack of medium size with large pockets outside.
• If all gear is to be carried on a mule during trekking, do keep a spare sack to carry with yourself, while walking during the day, you may want to carry smaller articles that you may need at short notice.
• Torch or Flashlight should be lightweight along with spare battery and bulb.
• Multi Swiss knife