March to May
Spring brings rhododendrons, pleasant days and good visibility. It is a popular time for Tsomgo Lake and Nathula.
June to September
Monsoon turns the hills deep green. Roads can be slow, but Rumtek is at its most atmospheric, with mist and waterfalls everywhere.
October to December
Autumn offers the clearest mountain views of the year. Kanchenjunga is often visible from Rumtek View Point at dawn.
January and February
Winter is cold and crisp, with snow at higher passes. Losar celebrations make this a special time for culture lovers.
Make Rumtek your base in Sikkim.
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