North SikkimBest season
North Sikkim in March
Cold mornings, 0–14°C in Lachung
Snow melts slowly from Yumthang while Zero Point stays white. Roads reopen to Gurudongmar as the month goes on, depending on the season.
Where to go
Our picks for March
A wooden mountain village at the gate to Yumthang and Zero Point
Rhododendron meadows at 3,564 m, with Zero Point above
The quiet overnight stop below Thangu and Gurudongmar
A Lepcha reserve of cardamom, rivers and village homestays
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What is on
Festivals this month
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Routes at their best in March
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is March a good time to visit North Sikkim?
Snow melts slowly from Yumthang while Zero Point stays white. Roads reopen to Gurudongmar as the month goes on, depending on the season.
What is the weather like in North Sikkim in March?
Cold mornings, 0–14°C in Lachung. 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 March?
We suggest Lachung, Yumthang Valley, Lachen, Dzongu. Ask your operator whether the Gurudongmar road is open before choosing Lachen.