East SikkimGood season
East Sikkim in February
Cold, clear spells, about 2–14°C in Gangtok
Still winter at height, with frozen lakes and snow on the passes. Losar, the Tibetan New Year, brings ceremonies at Rumtek and other monasteries.
Where to go
Our picks for February
Sikkim's capital on a ridge above the Ranikhola valley
The Karma Kagyu seat across the valley from Gangtok
A glacial lake at 3,753 m on the road to Nathu La
A boot-shaped lake and farm homestays below the Silk Route
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What is on
Festivals this month
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is February a good time to visit East Sikkim?
Still winter at height, with frozen lakes and snow on the passes. Losar, the Tibetan New Year, brings ceremonies at Rumtek and other monasteries.
What is the weather like in East Sikkim in February?
Cold, clear spells, about 2–14°C in Gangtok. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in East Sikkim in February?
We suggest Gangtok, Rumtek, Tsomgo Lake, Aritar. Check Losar dates, as some shops close for the first days of the new year.