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Pelling, Yuksom & South Sikkim in February

VerdictGoodWeatherPelling about 2–12 °C, mostly dry, occasional snow on ridges

Still cold, still clear, with the first warmth in the afternoons. The Pemayangtse cham and Losar usually fall in February or early March, and Bumchu at Tashiding follows about two weeks after Losar. Rooms near Tashiding fill at festival time; elsewhere it is low season. Treks are still closed by snow above Dzongri in most years.

Local tip: Check the lunar calendar dates for the cham and Bumchu before booking, as they move every year.

Other hills in February

Where to go

Our picks for February

Pelling
hill station2,150 m Pellingपेलिङ Kanchenjunga at dawn above the monasteries of old Sikkim
Tashiding
monastery town1,465 m Tashiding The heart-shaped hill of the sacred Bumchu vase
Yuksom
village1,780 m Yuksomयुक्सम Sikkim's first capital and the trailhead for Goecha La

Questions people ask

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Is February a good time to visit Pelling, Yuksom & South Sikkim?

Still cold, still clear, with the first warmth in the afternoons. The Pemayangtse cham and Losar usually fall in February or early March, and Bumchu at Tashiding follows about two weeks after Losar. Rooms near Tashiding fill at festival time; elsewhere it is low season. Treks are still closed by snow above Dzongri in most years.

What is the weather like in Pelling, Yuksom & South Sikkim in February?

Pelling about 2–12 °C, mostly dry, occasional snow on ridges. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.

Where should we go in Pelling, Yuksom & South Sikkim in February?

We suggest Pelling, Tashiding, Yuksom. Check the lunar calendar dates for the cham and Bumchu before booking, as they move every year.

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