Best Time to visit Lachen

Lachen is a beautiful town well-known for housing the famous Lachung Monastery. This makes Lachen a popular Buddhist pilgrim site. The best time to visit Lachen is during the beginning of the summer and winter seasons, as the weather remains pleasant and comfortable, which is ideal for sightseeing.

Here is a season-wise breakdown to help you plan your trip to Lachen. Also, you can contact our travel experts for more information about the best time to visit Lachen. You can modify the Lachen tour packages that are customizable.

Seasons	Months	Temperature
Summers	March to June	10°c – 28°c
Monsoon	July to Sep	5°c – 22°c
Winter	Oct to Feb	5°c – 15°c

When & Where to Visit in Lachen

Lachen in summers – From March to June

The summer season in Lachen begins in March and ends in June. The weather remains pleasant during this season, which is perfect for the excursion. You can easily travel across beautiful places and attractions and enjoy the natural beauty of Lachen. Also, Thangu is an annual yak race in the summer in Lachen and is a must-watch for thrill-seekers. Lachen temperature ranges from 10°C to 28°C in summer, and it is the best time to go to Lachen.

Lachen in monsoons – From July to September

There are better times to visit Lachen than Monsoon. This place experiences heavy rainfall, and it is best to avoid this season for a visit. The temperature in Lachen remains between 15°C and 22 °C, with heavy rains that can disrupt your experience. Also, it is challenging to indulge in any outdoor activity.

Lachen in winter – From October to February

The winter season in Lachen starts in October and ends in February. During this season, the temperature of Lachen ranges between -5°C and 15°C, and Lachen weather gets freezing. At times, the temperature drops down close to the freezing point. Therefore, winter is the best season to visit Lachen for a memorable holiday for snow lovers. Lachen in winter offers some of the most enchanting views, and you can visit Yumthang Valley and hot springs to enjoy your time here. Also, the sight of Gurudongmar Lake is a sight to behold. Hence, Lachen sightseeing in this season gives you many more explorations.