Jorethang weather

JORETHANG TRAVEL GUIDE Jorethang is a town in south Sikkim, which falls on the way to Pelling for many routes. It is situated along the Rangeet River, a tributary of the Teesta river. It is a town which has a higher literacy rate than the average literacy rate for Sikkim, and a big chunk of its population of 9000-10,000 is young. This makes it a unique town in Sikkim. It is located at an altitude of 300m, and is in the foothills of the Himalayas – one of the few towns in Sikkim which are not located in the hills. Climate And Best Time To Visit Jorethang enjoys a temperate climate, and is pleasant most of the year round. The best time to visit is the summer (March-June), though other seasons are also relatively pleasant. Getting There & Getting Around Jorethang Jorethang is well connected by road to all the major cities and towns of Sikkim. The closest airport is Bagdogra airport, and the closest railway station is New Jalpaiguri railway station. One can take a taxi directly from the airport or the railway station, or reach one of the main cities like Gangtok, and hire a taxi from there. Jorethang is located approximately 85km from the capital city of Gangtok (when traveling via NH10). Sightseeing & Activities Jorethang is famous primarily for its Maghe Mela, a cultural festival that happens in January every year. It is celebrated at the same time as Makar Sankranti, or advent of the Sun into the Makar (Capricorn) rash. It is marked by cultural dances from across Sikkim, se...

Jorethang is a commercial trading town located in south With a predominantly temperate weather enjoyed all year long, Jorethang can be paid a visit through all months; January is a usual favorite for those who take a trip here for the annual Maghey Mela. Detailed below is an account on the best time to visit Jorethang. Ideally, the best time to visit Jorethang is during the summer months when the temperature averages around 23ᴼC – a relatively pleasant climate that provides ample relief from the sweltering temperatures of other north Indian regions. While the months of March and April mostly lean towards cooler temperatures, the actual summer months last from May to September. Rainfall occurs during the months of July and August and falls in the range of mild to moderate. The temperature starts dipping from the month of October and can easily fall to subzero levels in the month of December and January. For those who enjoy chilly winters and snowfall, this may be the perfect time to visit. Moreover, the highlight of visiting Jorethang is witnessing the Maghe Mela, which is held on the 14 th of January annually – making this month one of the most highly visited times in the year.

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