Best Time To Visit Kalimpong

Kalimpong is accessible to tourists throughout the year, due to its temperate weather. 

The seasonal breakdown of the months are as under:

  • Spring: March and April is the season of clear skies and minimal rains in this region. The temperature varies from a minimum of 11 degree Celsius to a maximum of 24 degree Celsius. Owing to the clear skies, the views of the Himalayas and Kanchenjunga is great during this season.
  • Summer: May and June are considered to be the summer seasons in this region. The temperature varies from a minimum 16 degree Celsius to a maximum 25 degree Celsius. You might experience showers in the month of June. Skies remain clear mostly, but it gets cloudy too at times.
  • Monsoon: The months of July to September are the monsoon times in this region. This region faces heavy rainfall in these months and experiences a lot of landslides and roadblocks. The temperature ranges from 18 degree Celsius to 24 degree Celsius. However, the tourists throng to see the lush green forests, landscapes and tea plantations in the neighbouring regions in this season.
  • Autumn: The months of October to November see the autumn season here. The skies become clear and give way to the views of dazzling snow peaks. The temperature ranges from 11 degree Celsius to 22 degree Celsius. Rainfalls become minimal during this time.
  • Winter: The months from December to February see the winter times in Kalimpong. The temperatures vary from a minimum of 7 degree Celsius to a maximum of 16 degree Celsius. The skies remain clear though, offering a great view of the mountains and rainfalls non-existent.

The months of March and April see the spring season around here, wherein the skies and are thus the most suitable time to visit Kalimpong. The views of the overlooking mountains are great in this season, along with the outdoor activities and a lot of sightseeing. 

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Highest temperature in Kalimpong is recorded as 87.8℉ in June and July.

Lowest temperature in Kalimpong is recorded as 12.2℉ in December.

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Maximum rain recorded in Kalimpong is 772.67 mm in June.

Months with no rains or lowest rains in Kalimpong are January, February and November.

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Most humid month in Kalimpong is August.

Least humid month in Kalimpong is November.