Can Gurudongmar lake be visited in December?

If you are more adventurous and long to see the lake along with the surroundings beautifully frozen, then the early weeks of December are ideal for you to visit. The temperature can go down to -8 degrees to -10 degrees in the day. The temperature during winters goes down till -20 degree Celsius.

Can we go to Lachung in December?

You can certainly go up to Lachung and probably to Yumthang if there is no heavy snowfall on the last 1-2 days and Zero point if there is no heavy snowfall in the past week. Army clears the roads and they are efficient and normally there is no heavy snowfall in December.

Which month is best for Gurudongmar Lake?

The best time to visit Gurudongmar Lake is from March until June as the weather is pleasant and one can see clear crystal blue skies, with lush greenery in the surroundings along with beautiful and divine Gurudongmar Lake. The temperature during these months fluctuates between 5°C / – 5°C.

Is December good time to visit Sikkim?

December is one of the best months to visit Sikkim! The weather in Sikkim in December is suitable for your trip as the average temperature during this time ranges from 10 degree Celsius to 4 degree Celsius, even dropping as low as 0 degrees Celsius in the high altitude areas, most of which remain closed in winters.

Does it snow in Sikkim in December?

If you don’t find snow at Yumthang itself, go a little higher up till Zero Point which is always covered with layers of crisp snow in December. Zero Point is also popular for experiencing snowfall in sikkim in December.

Does it snow in Gangtok during December?

Winter (December to February) is extreme in Gangtok and it can be very cold out there particularly early in the mornings and at nights. Although snowfall in Gangtok town itself is not common, the routes to high altitude places from Gangtok like Tsomgo lake and Nathula Pass often get closed due to heavy snow.

Is zero point worth visiting?

Visit this place if you have never set your foot on ice/snow and you want to visit it just for the sake of it. It is long journey from Lachung and infact the journey to the zero point offered more scenic views than the point itself. It is over-crowded with tourists.

Is it possible to visit Gurudongmar and zero point in December?

Yes, it is possible to visit Gurudongmar and Zero point in December but subject to weather condition on that particular day. t is a good idea to visit Sikkim during winters. However, I would suggest refraining from going to Gurudongmar Lake during winters. We send at least 3000 people to Gurudongmar Lake every year.

How to reach Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim?

One can take the jeep or taxi to the lake, after reaching Lachen. Gurudongmar Lake is a beautiful lake in Sikkim. Do add it to your itinerary whenever planning a trip to Sikkim. For a hassle free trip experience book your holiday with TravelTriangle and have an amazing time at the lake, and the entire journey to it.

How is the weather in Sikkim in December?

In winter most of the places of North Sikkim remain snow covered. In early December you will mostly get clear sky, snow cover peaks but some places will be still reachable. Gurudongmar is above 18000 ft, so if you are lucky you will get clear road to the holy lake.

When is the best time to visit zero point Sikkim?

Although peace and tranquility prevails throughout the year at Zero Point Sikkim however the best season for visiting Yumthang Valley, Lachung and Zero Point Sikkim starts in late February and continues up to mid-June.