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The optimal time to embark on a Kilimanjaro climb is during the dry seasons, providing the most favorable conditions for a successful and enjoyable ascent. The long dry season, spanning from late June to October, is widely regarded as the best time to climb. During these months, hikers can anticipate clear skies, milder temperatures, and less precipitation, creating optimal trail conditions and enhancing the overall experience. Another suitable period is from December to February, characterized by the short dry season, offering similar advantages of stable weather and breathtaking views.
While Kilimanjaro can be climbed year-round, avoiding the wet seasons of March to May (long rainy season) and November (short rainy season) is advisable due to increased rainfall, potentially making trails muddy and challenging. Ultimately, choosing the right time for a Kilimanjaro climb involves balancing personal preferences and scheduling considerations with the aim of optimizing weather conditions for a successful summit.
Unlike the Himalayas, Kilimanjaro is never “closed”. You can trek year-round, but you need to be prepared. We do not normally offer climbs during April/May and November.
Climbing Kilimanjaro in January and February to early March
Ideal trekking conditions with mostly dry, clear days, and good visibility. Occasional showers and a good chance of snow over 14,000ft, making for some epic photo opportunities.
While this is considered “high season”, it’s often quieter on the slopes than the main climbing season of June to September, making it a good balance of not-too-crowded and decent weather.
Best for: Hikers who want to minimize crowds, whilst still having dry conditions. Snow on the summit is a bonus.
Climbing Kilimanjaro in March, April and May
Early March can be lovely, but as the month progresses, the rains can start to set in, making for muddy trails, cloudy skies, and poor visibility. In late March and late May, you can get lucky with some dry weather, but it’s a bit hit or miss.
April to early May are the long rains, and not suitable for climbing. If your schedule dictates that you need to go during the shoulder seasons – late March and late May – you need to be prepared for wet weather, and not be disappointed by poor visibility.
Ideally, you’ll have some trekking experience already and won’t be phased by trickier trail conditions.
Best for: Experienced trekkers who want to avoid crowds, and who don’t mind unpredictable weather. We recommend the routes on the north side of the mountain.
Climbing Kilimanjaro in June/ July/ August and September
A combination of the best weather and the US and Europe summer vacations means this is the main climbing season and the busiest time on the mountain.July and August are the most popular months, so if you want to try and avoid crowds, opt for June or September, or October if you don’t mind a bit of rain.
Occasional showers are always possible, particularly in the forest, but it’s a predominantly dry time of year. Routes tend to be busier during this period, especially over the full moon.
Best for: Climbers wanting the best weather for their trip, who aren’t deterred by crowds, which are mostly on the Marangu and Machame route.
Climbing Kilimanjaro in October / November
Short rains usually come in November and last for 3-4 weeks. Often the rain is less persistent than in April-May (the “long rains”) and mostly come in the late afternoon. The mountain is very quiet during this time.
We would recommend the Rongai route or Northern circuit route as the northern side of the mountain is more sheltered and has less overall rainfall.
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We recommend climbing Kilimanjaro in the months of January to February. These months are the driest in Kilimanjaro, offering you the best views and many perfect-pictures opportunities. Furthermore, December to mid-March and mid-June to the end of October are also the best times to visit the mountain. If you would like to climb Mount Kilimanjaro and have your own dates in mind, get in touch with our team of Kilimanjaro specialists here at Mighty Africa Xpeditions.
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