The best time to take a Pamir Highway road trip is during the summer months (June-early September), when the weather is the warmest and the roads are generally free of snow and ice. July and August are the warmest and most popular months – the weather is mostly dry, with long daylight hours. High-altitude nights are still cold, but days are pleasantly warm in the sun. In addition, summer is the best time for the Afghan Market in Ishkashim, Tajikistan as the borders are open and weather is good.
Our Pamir Highway Tours run from May to October which provides more flexibility, but temperatures will be colder, especially at night, in May and October. However, you will be rewarded for this with wild flowers in the springtime and colorful leaves in the autumn. And fewer people on the road.
It is important to note that weather conditions in the Pamir Mountains can be unpredictable and can change quickly, so it is always a good idea to be prepared with additional layers, jackets and waterproof and/or windproof gear.
The summer months are the best time to journey on the Pamir Highway. Generally, June through September is ideal.