When is the best time to climb Mt Meru?

As shown in the infographic above, there are four seasons on Meru. The dry seasons are the best times for climbing the mountain.

December to early March is the short dry season on Meru.

This is a great time to climb the mountain, as conditions are good and the mountaintop isn't quite as cold as it can get later in the year. You can, however, expect the trail to be fairly busy.

A section of the trail windy through the forest

Mid March to May is the 'long rains', and we suggest you avoid a Meru climb at this time. Firstly, conditions can get very muddy and treacherous. You also don't want to climb when wet as the cold will be too much.

June to October is the long dry season on Meru. This is an ideal time to climb Meru, as climbing conditions are good and you often have clear skies.

Note, however, that the top of the mountain is at its coldest now, as this is winter in Tanzania.

The summit of Meru is at its coldest during the long dry season

The long dry season is a busy period on the mountain. September is an especially popular month as you tend to enjoy many clear skies, which mean incredible views of not only the landscape around you, but also of distant Kilimanjaro.

The short rains settle in from November to early December. We therefore don't recommend that you book a Meru climb for this period of the year.

Cloud hovers over the crater and summit of Mt Meru

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