North East India in May
Guwahati 23–32 °C, Shillong rain 245 mm, Tawang 3–13 °C
Where to go
Our picks for May
India's largest monastery, high in the eastern Himalaya
A high Sikkim valley of rhododendrons near the Tibetan frontier
Monastery ridge with the closest view of Kanchenjunga
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Routes at their best in May
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is May a good time to visit North East India?
The heat and rain build in the plains, and Kaziranga usually closes its ranges in May for the monsoon. This is the month to head high: Tawang and Dirang are mild and green, Yumthang in North Sikkim is in flower, and Pelling has the last clear views before cloud sets in. Meghalaya turns wet and green quickly; the waterfalls start to fill.
What is the weather like in North East India in May?
Guwahati 23–32 °C, Shillong rain 245 mm, Tawang 3–13 °C. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in North East India in May?
We suggest Tawang, Lachung and Yumthang, North Sikkim, Pelling. Check Kaziranga's closing date for the year before you book, it varies with the rains.