North SikkimGood season
North Sikkim in February
Cold and mostly clear, snow on the passes
Snow is reliable at Zero Point and often reaches Yumthang. Losar falls in February or early March and villages celebrate quietly at home and in the monasteries.
Where to go
Our picks for February
A wooden mountain village at the gate to Yumthang and Zero Point
Rhododendron meadows at 3,564 m, with Zero Point above
A Lepcha reserve of cardamom, rivers and village homestays
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What is on
Festivals this month
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is February a good time to visit North Sikkim?
Snow is reliable at Zero Point and often reaches Yumthang. Losar falls in February or early March and villages celebrate quietly at home and in the monasteries.
What is the weather like in North Sikkim in February?
Cold and mostly clear, snow on the passes. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in North Sikkim in February?
We suggest Lachung, Yumthang Valley, Dzongu. Keep a spare day in case the road above Lachung shuts after fresh snow.