Ravangla in August
Sikkim, India
Monsoon rainfall makes trails muddy and views obscured through August
August — avoid.
The August story
Avoid.
Why August scores 2.0/10
Weather
Monsoon continues.
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Everyone
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4.0/10 | Cold 2-14°C. Clear. Kanchenjunga views. Very quiet. |
| February | 6.0/10 | Cold 3-15°C. Warming. Clear. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Warming 6-18°C. Rhododendrons starting! Spring. |
| April | 10.0/10 | Best month. 8-20°C. Rhododendron peak. Kanchenjunga clear. Everything accessible. |
| May | 6.0/10 | Warm 10-20°C. Post-peak rhododendrons. Pre-monsoon. |
| June | 2.0/10 | Monsoon. 12-18°C. Heavy rain. Trails slippery. |
| July | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. |
| Augustviewing | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. |
| September | 4.0/10 | Monsoon retreating. |
| October | 8.0/10 | Post-monsoon. 8-20°C. Clear. Green. Kanchenjunga returning. |
| November | 8.0/10 | Cool 6-18°C. Clear. Dry. |
| December | 6.0/10 | Cold 2-14°C. Clear. Holiday season. |
How to reach Ravangla
Airport
Bagdogra — 120km; Pakyong — 75km
Rail
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — 135km
Access in August
Monsoon rainfall makes trails muddy and views obscured through August
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