Best Time to Visit Sikkim – Full Travel Guide

Best Time to Visit Sikkim – Full Travel Guide
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The state of Sikkim is abundant in natural beauty and scenic landscapes, which makes all the tourists feel at the top of the world. The state of Sikkim witness’s different seasons including winter, summer, and monsoon, and visiting Sikkim in any of these months has its own perks. To help travelers get a better understanding about the best time to visit Sikkim, we have mentioned all the main seasons below:

March to June (6°C to 25°C): The summer season starts in March and ends by June; however, summers in Sikkim aren’t harsh as compared in other places in India. During this season, the weather remains quite pleasant, thus making it the best time to visit and explore Sikkim. Since it is also the peak season, so make sure you get all the bookings done in advance to avoid any kind of discomfort later.

July to October (4°C to 15°C): It is the monsoon season, and the rains make the region look more beautiful and greener. Travelers who look for peace and greenery can visit Sikkim during the monsoon months.

November to February (-4°C to 8°C): The winter season is the best time to visit Sikkim and enjoying the snow in Sikkim. The majority of the areas in Sikkim receive heavy snowfall and get engulfed in a blanket of thick snow.

Summers in Sikkim

The summer season in Sikkim starts in April and ends by June last, post which the rainfall season starts. The months from April to June are considered the best time to visit Sikkim as the climate is quite pleasant, and it is the best time to enjoy outdoor activities. The days during summers are mildly warm, and even the temperature at night does not drop down to an extreme level, so you can witness cooler nights but not harshly.

At this time, travelers can relax in the peaks of the Himalayas by enjoying their stay in lush resorts in Sikkim and exploring numerous activities during the summer month.  Some of the places which you must visit in Sikkim in summer include Rumtek Monastery, Yumthang Valley of Flowers, Lake Tsomgo, and Goecha La. The clear and predictable weather during these months is ideal for sightseeing, trekking, mountain biking, photography, yak safari, river rafting, paragliding, and much more.

The temperature during the day in summers varies from 22 to 26 degrees Celsius while the minimum temperature at night reaches 3-4 degrees Celsius. From enjoying gushing waterfalls to sprawling forests to monasteries, Sikkim has so many key attractions to be explored to the fullest.

What to do: The moderate temperature in Sikkim during the summer season is ideal to go river rafting on the Teesta River. Furthermore, try out white water rafting and visit numerous Buddhist monasteries. . Summer is also the time to take part in Sikkim’s renowned International Flower Festival where one can see more than 600 orchid species and 240 varieties of other ferns, trees, shrubs, and flowers.

Tips: Since the temperature during the night drops to 5-6°C, so make sure you pack some woolen clothes to cover yourself from cold winds.

Sikkim in Autumn

The autumn season in Sikkim starts in September and ends in October. It is the best time to enjoy outdoor activities in Sikkim as the temperature is neither very hot nor very cold. The temperature varies from 14-22 degrees Celsius. The gorgeous waterfalls and the high-altitude lakes look even more beautiful during the autumn season.

What to do: The festivals of Dussehra and Diwali are celebrated during the autumn season. Aslso, Lhabab Duchen, a festival that celebrates Buddha’s descent from Heaven to Earth is also celebrated during this time.


Winters in Sikkim

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The winter season in Sikkim starts in November and ends by mid of March. Many tourists prefer coming to Sikkim during the winter season to enjoy the chilling weather. The low temperature during these seasons makes Sikkim extremely cold with a fresh blanket of white snow all over the mountains. The high-altitude lakes in the state freeze down, and thus are not accessible. Travelers can explore lower altitude places during the winter season.

If you book a package to Sikkim during the winter season, make sure you carry enough woolen with you. The temperature during the days in winters varies from 5-7 degree Celsius while the minimum temperature at night may drop down to as low as minus 5 degree Celsius.

What to do: The travelers can go on the Dzongri – Goecha La route, the 90 km ‘trek to Kanchenjunga’ which gets covered with snow. Along with Hindu Festival Diwali, the state also celebrates Kagyed and Namsoong festivals.  Travelers can expect a lot of snowfall at Yumthang, Zero Point, Lachen, Lachung, and Tsomgo Lake.

Tips: The temperature in winter in Sikkim reaches -5°C, so make sure you carry heavy woolen.

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Monsoon Season

The beginning of July month marks the start of the monsoon season. The rainy season starts in July and ends in September. Sikkim experiences rainfalls ranging from average to heavy, making it one of the least favorable times to visit among travelers. But on the other side, the state looks beautiful and fresh during the rainy season. The waterfalls in the region plummet with a wild gush during the rainy season, giving reasons to nature lovers to visit Sikkim. Also during the monsoon season, the tourists can get cheaper rates on accommodation and flights as compared to the peak tourist seasons. However, you cannot enjoy adventure activities during the monsoons. The day temperature in monsoon months varies from 14-16 degrees while the minimum temperature reaches 3 degrees Celsius.

If you plan to visit Sikkim during the monsoon months, make sure you carry all essentials like a raincoat, umbrella, etc.

What to do: During themonsoon season, the state celebrates the Pang Lhabsol festival in which dances are performed by people. The residents of the state wear colorful masks and costumes at this festival. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery to attend the fiesta.

Conclusion

As mentioned above, the best time to visit Sikkim is either from March to May or from October to December/January. If you also want to enjoy the natural beauty of Sikkim, and a clear view of the Himalayan Range, make sure you book your Sikkim package in advance. Get in touch with the travel experts at Honeymoon Bug who design the best Sikkim honeymoon package as per the best time to visit Sikkim.

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