Kalimpong and Neora · month by month
January
Tip for January
Pack a thermal layer and a hot-water bottle; most village homestays have no room heaters.
Prices and crowds
Low season after New Year: many homestays and hotels discount weekday rooms.
Where to go in January
A trade town on a ridge above the Teesta
The widest Kanchenjunga panorama in the Kalimpong hills
Red panda forest from the foothills to Rachela Danda
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Questions people ask
Good to know
Is January a good time to visit Kalimpong and Neora?
Cold and clear. Kalimpong is pleasant by day and chilly after dark, while Lava and Rishyap drop near freezing and occasionally see snow. Visibility is often excellent, so Kanchenjunga views from Rishyap, Lolegaon and Deolo are at their best. Neora Valley is open and good for winter birds. Bring proper woollens and expect homestays to have limited heating.
What is the weather like in Kalimpong and Neora in January?
Kalimpong 6–15 °C, Lava near freezing at night, dry. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Kalimpong and Neora in January?
We suggest Kalimpong, Rishyap, Neora Valley National Park. Pack a thermal layer and a hot-water bottle; most village homestays have no room heaters.