Reported in the Daily Excelsior Ladakh is currently experiencing seasonally low temperatures, especially at night. For all those setting out on the chaddar in the next few weeks this may well be good news, although be aware that very cold nights tend to force water out onto the surface of the river. Reports from Zanskar also suggest that the Pensi La may still be open as there is a marked absence of snow. This has not however been confirmed for the last couple of weeks so conditions may well have changed.
Happy New Year!