Gangtok & East Sikkim · month by month
Gangtok & East Sikkim in September
The monsoon weakens through the month, and by the last week clear mornings return. Pang Lhabsol may fall in early September. Roads are still being repaired after the rains, so expect delays on NH10 and the Silk Route. Prices stay low until the Puja holidays, which bring large numbers of Bengali families in late September or October.
Local tip: Book October Puja week rooms and cars by early September, as Gangtok fills fast.
Where to go
Our picks for September
Festivals this month
Questions people ask
Good to know
Is September a good time to visit Gangtok & East Sikkim?
The monsoon weakens through the month, and by the last week clear mornings return. Pang Lhabsol may fall in early September. Roads are still being repaired after the rains, so expect delays on NH10 and the Silk Route. Prices stay low until the Puja holidays, which bring large numbers of Bengali families in late September or October.
What is the weather like in Gangtok & East Sikkim in September?
Gangtok 15–22 °C, rain easing late in the month. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Gangtok & East Sikkim in September?
We suggest Gangtok, Aritar, Rumtek. Book October Puja week rooms and cars by early September, as Gangtok fills fast.