West and South SikkimBest season
West and South Sikkim in November
Crisp and clear, 6–16°C in Pelling
Excellent, stable weather and fewer crowds after Diwali. Oranges ripen around Rinchenpong late in the month.
Where to go
Our picks for November
Kangchenjunga at breakfast, and the old capitals of Sikkim below
A ridge-top village with a rare Buddha and a lake that was poisoned
Where Sikkim crowned its first king and the Goecha La trail begins
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Packages
Routes at their best in November
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is November a good time to visit West and South Sikkim?
Excellent, stable weather and fewer crowds after Diwali. Oranges ripen around Rinchenpong late in the month.
What is the weather like in West and South Sikkim in November?
Crisp and clear, 6–16°C in Pelling. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in West and South Sikkim in November?
We suggest Pelling, Rinchenpong, Yuksom. This is the sweet spot for clear views and fair prices.