March–May for rhododendrons, October–December for clear skies. Some areas such as North Sikkim need permits.
- Best time
- March, April, May, October, November
- Also okay
- January, February, September, December
- Trip style
- Hills & mountains
- Daily budget (per person)
- ₹1,900+ backpacker · ₹3,600–₹7,400 mid-range
Month-by-month weather guide for Sikkim
JanOkay
FebOkay
MarBest
AprBest
MayBest
JunNot ideal
JulNot ideal
AugNot ideal
SepOkay
OctBest
NovBest
DecOkay
Festivals and events
- February: Losar (Feb/Mar)
Festival dates often follow the lunar calendar and change every year. Confirm before booking.
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Nearby destinations
- Darjeeling about 60 km by road
- Meghalaya about 470 km by road
- Kolkata about 660 km by road