Khangchendzonga National Park in July
Sikkim, India
Peak monsoon makes most trails impassable due to landslides and extreme rainfall
July is the worst month. Sikkim receives 500-700mm of rain and the park is a waterfall from every surface.
The July story
The park is effectively closed by conditions even if technically open. Do not enter.
Why July scores 2.0/10
Weather
Peak monsoon. 13-22°C. Dangerous conditions.
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Who should go
- ✓Experienced trekkers / adventurers
Who should think twice
- ✗First-time travelers
- ✗Anyone with health conditions
- ✗Families with young children
- ✗All trekkers
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2.0/10 | Deep winter. -10 to 5°C at base. Extreme cold, snow-locked. |
| February | 2.0/10 | Winter continues. -8 to 8°C. Snow-locked. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Spring awakening. 2-15°C at base. Snow melting, rhododendrons. |
| April | 8.0/10 | Full spring. 5-18°C at base. All trails open. |
| May | 8.0/10 | Late spring. 8-20°C at base. Last window before monsoon. |
| June | 4.0/10 | Monsoon arrives. 12-22°C. Heavy rain, trails dangerous. |
| Julyviewing | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. 13-22°C. Dangerous conditions. |
| August | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. 12-21°C. Still dangerous. |
| September | 4.0/10 | Late monsoon. 10-18°C. Rain tapering off. |
| October | 8.0/10 | Autumn. 4-15°C at base. Clear skies return. |
| November | 8.0/10 | Late autumn. 0-12°C at base. Clear but cold. |
| December | 2.0/10 | Winter onset. -5 to 8°C. Snow arriving, services closing. |
How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park
Airport
Bagdogra — 175km
Rail
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — 185km
Access in July
Peak monsoon makes most trails impassable due to landslides and extreme rainfall
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