Mt Damavand Climate
16 December 2011, by Sherppa
Generally speaking Damavand has only two seasons, summer and winter! The two other seasons are too short and negligible. It is essential to be aware of Damavand climate and weather warning before you attempt this giant volcano. For a successful climb in any season you need fine condition as far as weather is concerned, it is recommended to reserve an extra day in your itinerary for bad weather.
Spring
April, May
Climbing Damavand in spring is tough because soft snow covers the footpaths and also the Damavand Weather changes very quickly in this season. But the lower slops are beautiful, specially for its attractive natural poppy fields which starts blooming in May in lower parts and gradually covers the upper parts. May and June are suggested for hiking and trekking programmes to nature and ecological system of the mountain.
Damavand hike and trek in April, Apr, May, June, Jun. By guided tour experience the most natural wilderness of Iran
Damavand in Spring
Summer
June, July, August
Damavand Mountain is a popular peak for summer, June, July and August are the recommended months for hiking trekking, climbing, Alpine style mountaineering and mountain biking. Footpaths are usually free of snow in this season and reaching the base camp is done without difficulty by public transportation. Generally the weather is fine, but it could change to bad rapidly and the temperatures may drop to sub zero fast, so be aware to have sufficient cloths even during a good weather. Summer is the best timing for regular mountaineers to tackle this giant volcano. The disadvantage of this timing is the crowded shelters.
Mt. Damavand in Summer
Autumn
September, October
Generally Damavand Weather is cold and windy in fall, icy footpath makes ascend and descend difficult. But you may consider climbing in September if the weather is not too bad, winter equipment is essential. Shelters are not crowded. Because of freezing temperature, there is no running water in the area and for drinking water you have to melt ice.
Mount Damavand in Autumn
Winter
November, December, January, February, March
Damavand Winter Climbing may start from October and last to April, there are harsh weather and heavy snow falls in this period because the mountain is closed to the Caspian Sea. In winter season ascending to the summit is very difficult and some times impossible. The wind speed may reach up to 100 Km/h and the temperature may fall down to -70 deg C. December to mid May is ideal for custom ski vacation tour and snowboard tour packages.
Mt Damavand ski mountaineering, snowboarding in October, Oct, November, Nov, December, Dec.
Winter Recommendations:
A successful climb to Damavand summit in winter is possible only in some circumstances.
You need:
- Good mountaineering experience, recommended up to 7000 meters.
- Good equipments and gears. See also Damavand Winter Equipment.
- Very good timing and weather condition.
- Very experienced guide for climbing ski touring.
Winter tips and tricks
- use south route only either for climbing or ski mountaineering.
- The gravel road to the base camp is closed due to snow and ice, so cars can not go up to this campsite.
- It is impossible to use the mules, so you should carry your stuff by yourself or by porters.
- Shelters need cleaning from garbage and snow, if you could find them under snow!
Warning
The bad weather has caused more casualty than any other factors. Remember weather forecast is only an approximation, so do not rely on these reports totally. The weather condition on Mt Damavand could change to disastrous very quickly in winter, strong winds more than 100km/h and freezing temp below -60°C, you should be very experienced for a difficult ascend or ski expedition in the difficult climates and be aware that there is no rescue team and medical facilities in the area in case of injury and emergency, so extra care in necessary in winter and any consequences is at your own risk.Visit Damavand Winter Warning.
Damavand Mountain in Winter
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