Lachung Weather In March

Soak In The Serenity And Drama Of Rock-Pinnacled Valley Walls And Mesmerizing Views In Lachung!

Lachung is one of North Sikkim’s crown jewels. Its scenic beauty is undeniably breath-taking. At a spectacular elevation of 9600 feet (3000 m) Lachung’s snow-capped peaks attract tourists from all over the world. The alpine climate characteristics coupled with mild summers that follow cool winters create the perfect weather conditions for your travel. The stunning scenery of the snow-clad mountains against the cool and pleasant weather is a wonderful experience. The temperatures in March range from -10 degree Celsius to 4 degree Celsius and attract thousands of travellers to this stunning little town with a panoramic view of the Himalayas.

The month of March marks the beginning of summer season here. After a cool winter, the weather starts to become pleasant and average temperature gradually rise. You will experience moderate and cool weather during this month. This is also the best time to visit the Yumthang Valley. Popularly known as the ‘Valley of Flowers’, this picturesque valley is home to the beautiful Rhododendron flowers. These flowers paint the valley with a multitude of colours. The sight of the initial bloom in subtle hues of the rainbow is spectacular in March.

On your way to Lachung, visiting the Chungthang Monastery is highly recommended. The rich collection of rare Buddhist paintings and artifacts make this Monastery more attractive. The architecture is nonetheless amazing. The air of spirituality lends a peaceful vibe to Lachung. The stunning view of the Bhim Nala water falls nearby coupled with enjoyable weather in March make it a wonderful experience. March is also the time when the Losar festival is held. This is when you can enjoy the locals dressing up in their traditional costumes, taking part in various cultural shows, eating and drinking to their merry.

On your Lachung trip, visiting Zero Point comes highly recommended. Zero Point lies at an altitude of 15,300 ft above seal level with picturesque scenery that mesmerizes anyone who has the opportunity to visit. The unparalleled beauty of Sikkim can be viewed from this zone. The sight of the meeting point of three rivers set against the view of the Himalayas is enchanting. You will fall in love with the moderate snowfall, crisp cool breeze and pleasant weather in Lachung.

Be sure to visit Katao and experience the awe-inspiring panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks in the pleasant March summer. You can also visit the Chopta Valley and experience snow trekking along with magnificent views. A famous tourist attraction around Lachung is the Gurudongmar Lake which is considered to be holy by both Buddhists and Hindus. The lake is milky white throughout the year and a part of it never freezes as it is believed to have been touched by the honourable Guru Padmasambhava. Strolling by this lake will calm you and is an experience you will always remember.

Lachung is still covered in snow during the month of March and feels like paradise to snow-loving globetrotters.

Pack your bags with sweaters and boots and head to one of Sikkim’s best highlights to have the best cool summer experience.