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Pelling, Yuksom & South Sikkim in September

VerdictGoodWeatherPelling about 13–20 °C, rain easing late in the month

The monsoon fades, usually in the second half of the month. Pang Lhabsol often falls in September, with warrior dances at Ravangla. The hills are green and the first clear mornings return, though landslide repairs may still be under way. Prices stay low until the Puja holidays begin.

Local tip: Book Puja-week rooms in September if your holiday falls in early October.

Other hills in September

Where to go

Our picks for September

Ravangla
town2,100 m Ravangla A 130 ft Buddha, old gompas and a ridge town between two hills
Pelling
hill station2,150 m Pellingपेलिङ Kanchenjunga at dawn above the monasteries of old Sikkim
Rinchenpong
village1,700 m Rinchenpong A 1730 monastery, a poisoned-pond story and Kanchenjunga at dawn

Festivals this month

Questions people ask

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

The monsoon fades, usually in the second half of the month. Pang Lhabsol often falls in September, with warrior dances at Ravangla. The hills are green and the first clear mornings return, though landslide repairs may still be under way. Prices stay low until the Puja holidays begin.

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

Pelling about 13–20 °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 Pelling, Yuksom & South Sikkim in September?

We suggest Ravangla, Pelling, Rinchenpong. Book Puja-week rooms in September if your holiday falls in early October.

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