Lansdowne month by month
JanCold, snow some years
FebCold, clear
MarPleasant, rhododendrons
AprPleasant
MayWarm days, cool nights
JunWarm, busy weekends
JulHeavy rain
AugHeavy rain
SepGreen, rain easing
OctClear views
NovClear, crisp
DecCold nights
BestOkayAvoid
The seasons in Lansdowne
Spring and summer
Most popularPleasant days and cool evenings, a welcome escape from the plains. Weekends from April to June fill up, so book ahead.
Suits: Families, couples, weekend trips
Autumn
Clear viewsAfter the rains the air is clean and the hills are green; the best time for long views from Tip-n-Top.
Suits: Photography, walks
Winter
ColdSunny days but very cold nights, with snow on some days in January or February. Snow is never guaranteed.
Suits: Quiet getaways
Monsoon
Take careMisty and lush, but the Kotdwar-Lansdowne road can be blocked by debris. Travel in daylight and keep a spare day.
Suits: Only flexible travellers
Best Time to Visit Lansdowne: FAQs
When does it snow in Lansdowne?
In some years, for a few days in January or February. It is not regular, so check the forecast before you go.
Is Lansdowne good in the monsoon?
It is very green, but the road from Kotdwar can be blocked by landslides. Go only if your dates are flexible.
