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Best Time To Visit Gangtok

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Best Time To Visit Gangtok

The beautiful hill station of North East Himalayas, Gangtok enjoys a pleasant weather throughout the year. It features a pleasing climate almost throughout the year. Yet summer season is considered to be the best time to visit this place. Winters also offer a great chance to witness clear views of the enchanting Himalayan peaks, however the temperatures can go below freezing point beginning from December to February.

Gangtok is a lovely destination and can be visited at any time of the year, however, each season here comes with its own unique beauty and advantages.

Below are the breakdown to clear the concept for Visiting Gangtok


Below are the list of Best Time To Visit Gangtok

  • (1) Summer:  (April – June)

     

    Summer season is an ideal time to make a visit to Gangtok. This season features a moderate climate which begins in March and ends in June. The average temperature during summers hovers around 22°C making the weather a lot enjoyable. Summers offer the perfect time to explore Gangtok in the most ultimate way.

  • (2) Winters:  (October - March)

     

    Winters in Gangtok start from the month of October and end in the month of March. This season opens up to the beautiful views of the mountains and valleys with the clear blue skies in the background. The temperature in winters averages between 4 °C and 7 °C. The months of October and November are pleasing, while towards December and January the temperature starts dropping and goes below the 0°C mark.

  • (3) Monsoons: (July – September)

     

    Gangtok has its own charm & Surreal Beauty during monsoons along with challenges attached like heavy rainfalls, causing the blockage of roads. It is advisable to take proper information on ground report through a local agent / travel agent before travelling to Gangtok in monsoon. So, if you do not have a tight schedule to follow, you can still visit Gangtok during the rainy season and admire the vibrant atmosphere that is a pure visual delight to one’s eyes.