Kalimpong, Lava & Lolegaon · month by month
Kalimpong, Lava & Lolegaon in January
Cold, dry and often very clear. Kalimpong town is comfortable by day, while Lava, Rishyap and Kolakham are bitter at night and may see snow after a winter storm. Crowds vanish after New Year week and rates drop. The Lepcha New Year, Namsoong, may fall this month. A good month for couples and photographers who pack warm and keep dates loose.
Local tip: Pack a down jacket and ask your homestay for a hot-water bottle; forest villages are well below freezing at night.
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Is January a good time to visit Kalimpong, Lava & Lolegaon?
Cold, dry and often very clear. Kalimpong town is comfortable by day, while Lava, Rishyap and Kolakham are bitter at night and may see snow after a winter storm. Crowds vanish after New Year week and rates drop. The Lepcha New Year, Namsoong, may fall this month. A good month for couples and photographers who pack warm and keep dates loose.
What is the weather like in Kalimpong, Lava & Lolegaon in January?
Kalimpong 6–15 °C, dry; Lava and Rishyap near freezing at night. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Kalimpong, Lava & Lolegaon in January?
We suggest Kalimpong, Rishyap, Teesta Bazar. Pack a down jacket and ask your homestay for a hot-water bottle; forest villages are well below freezing at night.