The enthralling beauty of the Himalayan kingdom Sikkim with its lush green landscapes, super-steep valleys and pristine lakes will mesmerize you on a trip here. The best time to visit Sikkim is from March to June and from September to December when the weather is favourable. In the months of January and February, Sikkim receives snowfall and in the monsoon months (July to August) it is better to avoid visiting since there is a risk of landslides. The weather remains balmy in summers. Snowfall is observed in the winter month (Late December to February).
Sikkim in Summer
The period from April to June is the best time to visit Sikkim, since the climate is usually pleasant and ideal to explore different landscapes and scenic beauty. Summers in Sikkim are mildly warm, the temperature at night does not drop down to an extreme level and are not harshly cold. The day temperature does not exceed a maximum of 26 degree Celsius, the minimum temperature at night usually hovers around 3-4 degree Celsius. Summer is marked as the best time to visit Sikkim.
Summers begin in the month of April and lasts till the end of June post which it starts raining.
Sikkim will greet you with clear blue skies in summers, with negligible probability of rains. You will get an amazing view of the Himalayas and can enjoy the scenic beauty by staying at lush green resorts of Sikkim. From local sightseeing in Gangtok and other hill stations to visiting major tourist spots like Rumtek Monastery, Yumthang Valley of Flowers, Lake Tsomgo, and Goecha La, almost all the tourist sites are open for visitors and you can spend quality time with your family and friends in nature’s paradise. You can enjoy fun activities like trekking, mountain biking, photography, river rafting, paragliding and yak safari.
Sikkim in Winter
The winter season in Sikkim starts from the month of November and ends by the mid of March. The day temperature in winters moves around 7 degree Celsius in Sikkim, whereas the minimum temperature at night may drop down to as low as minus 5 degree Celsius.
A set of tourists prefers the winter season rather than other season of the year to visit Sikkim. Though the low temperature during winters makes the place extremely cold, the breathtaking views of the landscapes embellished with fresh white snow compensate for it in the most amazing way. Moreover, the high altitude lakes in the state freeze in low temperatures, giving off beat lovers another reason to choose winters for Sikkim visit.
The negative side, most the high altitude regions in Sikkim become snowbound during winters due to heavy snow, leaving only lower altitude places for you to explore. Moreover, you will not be able to enjoy a lot of adventure activities should you plan to visit the place in peak winter months, though you can definitely enjoy snowboarding and skiing. If you are planning to visit Sikkim in winter, come prepared because while the days are bearably cold, nights experience subzero temperatures.
Sikkim in Monsoon
Monsoon starts from July and ends in September. Sikkim experiences rainfalls ranging from average to heavy, making it one of the least favourable times to explore the places in Sikkim. Since Sikkim features mountainous landscapes, landslides during monsoons are not uncommon, rendering the roads risky. The day temperature in monsoon months usually does not exceed 15-16 degree Celsius in Sikkim, whereas the temperature at night may drop down to a minimum of 3 degree Celsius. This season is masked as not the best time to visit Sikkim.
On the brighter side, the waterfalls in the region plummet with a wild gush during the days of frequent rains, adding to your reason to visit Sikkim in the season. If you are in Sikkim in the monsoon months, do not forget to enjoy monsoon flowering in North Sikkim, Changu Lake, Kupup, and Nathu La. So if plans pops up, one can surely visit North-Sikkim and avail the heavy discounts offered by the hotels to attract tourism.
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