Aritar in January
Sikkim, India
Cold but accessible; quiet.
Why January scores 6.0/10
Weather
Cold but accessible; quiet.
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Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
Who should think twice
- ✗Families with young children
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Januaryviewing | 6.0/10 | Cold but accessible; quiet. |
| February | 6.0/10 | — |
| March | 8.0/10 | Cool, clear spring; lake and boating fully open. |
| April | 10.0/10 | Best month — mild, dry and green, ridges good for paragliding. |
| May | 8.0/10 | Warm and dry; the last clear window before the rains. |
| June | 4.0/10 | Monsoon — heavy rain and landslide risk on the mountain roads (Jun–Sep). |
| July | 2.0/10 | Monsoon — heavy rain and landslide risk on the mountain roads (Jun–Sep). |
| August | 4.0/10 | Monsoon — heavy rain and landslide risk on the mountain roads (Jun–Sep). |
| September | 6.0/10 | Post-monsoon green; roads reopen. |
| October | 10.0/10 | Autumn clarity — strong Kanchenjunga views from the ridges. |
| November | 8.0/10 | Cool and clear; a fine shoulder month. |
| December | 6.0/10 | Cold, low crowds; the lake area stays open. |
Nearby in Sikkim scoring high in January
How to reach Aritar
Airport
Pakyong (PYG) — 55 km; Bagdogra — 145 km
Rail
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — 150 km
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