October to April is best for treks and living root bridges. Monsoon makes waterfalls spectacular but trails are slippery and views often cloudy.
- Best time
- January, February, March, April, October, November, December
- Also okay
- May, June, July, August, September
- Trip style
- Hills & mountains
- Daily budget (per person)
- ₹1,700+ backpacker · ₹3,300–₹6,700 mid-range
Month-by-month weather guide for Meghalaya
JanBest
FebBest
MarBest
AprBest
MayOkay
JunOkay
JulOkay
AugOkay
SepOkay
OctBest
NovBest
DecBest
Festivals and events
- November: Cherry Blossom Festival, Shillong (Nov)
Festival dates often follow the lunar calendar and change every year. Confirm before booking.
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Nearby destinations
- Sikkim about 470 km by road
- Darjeeling about 500 km by road
- Kolkata about 610 km by road