Mt.Siguniang Weather in June
Mt.Siguniang is in flower season from June to September, during this time, all kinds of high plateau flowers in blossom will donate the three vallyes . June is the early stage for Summer, sometimes you will expect rainfall other than snow fall but when it rains at slightly lower elevation place.
Mt.Siguniang also called Four Sisters Mountain is referred to be the Eastward Alps in China which locates 220km away from Chengdu, it is about 4 hours driving. Mt.Siguniang is the paradise for outdoor lovers who love trekking and Mountain Climbing.
Mt.Siguniang is in flower season from June to September, during this time, all kinds of high plateau flowers in blossom will donate the three vallyes. June is the early stage for Summer, sometimes you will expect rainfall other than snow fall but when it rains at slightly lower elevation place like Changping Valley, Shuangqiao vall, it perhaps snows in Haizi Valley and the peaks of the four sisters will be covered in snow! The changes of the plants and the view along the way during the climb to the mountain peak is breathtakening beautiful. People normally would like to take Draong boat festival period to plan a trip for Mt.Siguniang.
Mt.Siguniang Weather in June
Generally speaking the temperature is from 15 to 25 ℃ at the bottom of the valley, while the temperature is from 0 to 15 ℃ at the mountain peaks. Travel during this season, it's recommended to bring a raincoat to prepare suddent rainfall. Temperature between day and night is big so need bring warm clothes for early and the night!
How to plan your Mt.Siguniang visit in June?
The weather in June is very amiable, so it's good to planning a light trekking journey for Mt.Kailashi or if you want to challenge your first snow mountain climbing experience, then go for the moutain climbing would also be a very good idea.
For those who love trekking can focus on Changping Valley and Haizi Valley and 3 to 4 days trip would be recommended. For trip details, you can consult trip advisors of China Adventure team. For Mt.Climbing, Dafeng 5025m and Erfeng 5276m would be recommended.
Clothing tips for Mt.Siguniang visit in June
Sweat shirt and pants
Cotton sockes - 3- 4 pairs
Warm clothes
Think and thick down jacket
Gloves
Sunhat
Sunglasses or sport glasses
head cover
Trekking boots
Snow cover and gaiters for Mountain climbing
lip balm
Suncream
Raincoat or umbrealla
a 60l backpack and a 30L backpack
How to avoid altitude reaction?
If your shedule is flexible, it is recommeded for you to spend extra 1 or 2 nights at Siguniang town ( Rilong town) -elevation of 3200m for better acclimatization. Take dose of Rhodiola tablets (红景天）or Diamox would help to acclimatize, however need to check if you're allergic to some ingredients in advance.
How many days are recommeded Mt.Siguniang Visit?
If you're only intersted in sightseeing for Changping and Shuangqiao valley 3 and a half day is recommended with a program like the bellowing:
D1 Arrive in Sigunaing town(3200m)
D2 Sightseeing in Shuangqiao Valley with eco sightseeing shuttle bus
D3 One day tour in Changping Valley
D4 Drive back to Chengdu (4hrs driving). On the way, can make a stop at Wolong Panda breeding centre or Yingxiu town
If you would like to challenge your first snow mountain climbing experience. 4 to 5 day are recommended
D1 Arrive in Siguniang town 3200m
D2 One day accclimatizing
D3 Climb to Base camp ( Dafeng/Erfeng/Sanfeng, up to your choice )
D4 Climb up to the summit of Dafeng/Ereng/Safeng (up to your choice) and overnight at Sigunaing town
D5 Leave for Chengdu
If your shedule is tight and get acclimatized well, the above program can be shorted to 2 and a half day.
How to get Mt.Sigunaing ?
Mt.Siguniang is only 4 hours driving from Chengdu. No flight or trains available but only by driving. It is possible to take public bus at Chadianzi bus station(茶店子汽车站) about 4- 5hrs driving, there are 3 bus dailys leaves in the early morning, no afternoon bus available. Or you can hire a private car to drive there. China Adventure.org provide this service.
Overall speaking, June is a quite good time to visit Mt.Siguniang. It is not too cold or too hot. You might able to experience four seasons in one day and the scenaries is very beautiful.
