Nathula pass weather

Snuggle up! It’s gettin’ cold outside! Winter season awakens many sleeping sensations including wanderlust in many of us because the mesmerising beauty of the landscape draped in the snow is definitely what everyone enjoys marvelling at. And what better place than Sikkim to live your snowfall fantasies? A winter wonderland of the Northeast where soaring mountain passes and high-altitude regions remain covered under a thick blanket of snow. It is indeed a sight to behold. So here’s to nature’s most magical offering and your new winter staycation goals! Quickly roll your eyes at the list of the 10 most stunning snowfall places in Sikkim that will leave you amazed. List of 10 Best Snowfall Places in Okay! You can thank us later by sharing pictures and videos of these idyllic snow places in Sikkim that will surely fulfil every winter fascination of yours. Until then, get in your blanket with your hot cuppa and have fun reading this blog which will take you to ethereal white-washed landscapes! • NathuLa Pass: Pass of Listening Ears • Pelling: The Machu Pichu of Sikkim • Lachung Village: The Most Picturesque Village of Sikkim • Zuluk Valley: The Small Village on Old Silk Route • Lachen Valley: The Land of Fairs and Festivals • Yuksom Valley: The Land of Monasteries • Nathang Valley: Ladakh of the East India • Yumthang Valley: Sikkim’s Very Own Valley of Flowers • Gurudongmar Lake: One of the Highest Lakes in the World • Chopta Valley: The Land of Frozen Rivers Please Note. If yo...

Sikkim Avalanche Live: Mile 14 on Jawaharlal Nehru Marg Road NH 310, East Sikkim. Avalanche in Sikkim News Live Updates: Seven tourists were killed and a dozen injured after an avalanche struck the Gangtok-Nathu La road in Sikkim on Tuesday afternoon. “All tourists & tourist vehicles have been accounted for. The rescue operation has been called off. Details of recovered tourists will be shared later,” a statement from the NDRF informed. According to BRO, the avalanche struck 14th mile on Jawaharlal Nehru Road connecting Gangtok to Nathu La pass at approximately 12:15 pm. An estimated 20-30 tourists were feared to be trapped under the snow along with five-six vehicles after the avalanche. “By 3 PM, 14 persons were rescued and taken to nearby Army medical facility. However, seven persons succumbed. The other seven persons were administered first aid and returned to Gangtok,” the Army said in a statement. Nathu La, one of the most important Himalayan passes in the country, is situated on the border with China and is a major tourist destination because of its scenic beauty. It is over 55 kilometres from Gangtok. The East district has been experiencing rainfall and snowfall in the higher reaches since Friday, a weather official said. Forecasts and nowcasts on rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning have been issued, he said. In the 24 hours till 8.30 am on Tuesday, 50 mm rainfall was recorded by the Gangtok weather station, he added. (PTI) 📌 Sikkim's East District, which witnesse...

Reading Time: 10 minutes Sikkim is a land of shimmering lakes and rolling hills In the Northeast region of India that is picturesque enough to fit right into a postcard. And when in Gangtok, a trip to Nathula Pass is almost customary. Located 54 km east of the capital, the Nathula Pass is not only popular for its surreal natural beauty but also because it is enriched in history. The Pass is an offshoot of the Old Silk Route that connects Sikkim to the Tibetan Autonomous Region. The Nathula Pass holds its importance as the crossroad between India and China. It passes through Tsomgo Lake and at one time, it served as an important trade route between Tibet and India. Apart from its significance on the political front, the Nathula is nothing less than paradise with its gorgeous alpine flora. In fact, its beautiful terrain, the purity of nature and the lovely people will leave you in awe. Temperature and the Best Time to Visit Before planning your Nathula Pass tour, go through the following information regarding weather conditions to plan a hassle-free trip: – Winters: The Pass, which is at a height of 4310m above sea level, experiences extremely cold weather conditions. Winters usually last from November to February with temperatures dropping the most in Nathula Pass during December. The temperature goes to the lowest of about -25° C during the winter season. Winters make it the best time to visit Nathula Pass as the snow-covered Nathula is a wonderful sight during the winters...