Alchi, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Alchi, India? If you're planning to go to Alchi, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Alchi, India

Based on the climate and weather in Alchi, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Alchi, India

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Alchi, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

Alchi is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness. For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.


  • Oximeter to check blood oxygen

    Like this


  • Supplements

    Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)


  • Over-the-counter medicine

    Ibuprofen

  • Consider asking your doctor about Diamox

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What to wear/what to pack for Alchi, India by month

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January

January in Alchi can be extremely cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). There is frost most days.

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February

February in Alchi is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). There is frost almost every day of the month.

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March

March in Alchi can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost most days.

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April

If you visit Alchi during April, you might see that it is brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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May

If you visit Alchi during May, you will probably see that it is crisp. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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June

June here is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. There is frost once in a while.

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July

If you are traveling to Alchi in July, you will notice that it is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Alchi in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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September

If you visit Alchi during September, you might see that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost 5-10 days this month.

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October

If you go to Alchi in October, you will notice that it is chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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November

November in Alchi is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost nearly every day this month.

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December

If you go to Alchi in December, you will notice that it is frosty. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C). There is frost almost every day of the month.

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