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Kumaon in February
Still wintry at night but the days lengthen. Early rhododendron blooms appear on the lower slopes late in the month. Few tourists, so KMVN rooms and heritage hotels are easy to book. It is a good month for Jageshwar and Almora, where the temples are quiet and the light is clear. Snow is possible at Munsiyari, so check the road via Thal before you set out.
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Our picks for February
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Jageshwar
Over a hundred stone temples in a deodar valley
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Almora and Kasar Devi
The Chand kings' capital, bal mithai and the pine ridge of Kasar Devi
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Binsar
An oak sanctuary on the Chand kings' summer hill
Trips
Trips at their best in February
No published trip peaks in February
We still plan Kumaon in February where the roads allow. Send your dates and budget and we suggest a route that works this month.
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Questions
Kumaon in February, answered
Is February a good time to visit Kumaon?
Still wintry at night but the days lengthen. Early rhododendron blooms appear on the lower slopes late in the month. Few tourists, so KMVN rooms and heritage hotels are easy to book. It is a good month for Jageshwar and Almora, where the temples are quiet and the light is clear. Snow is possible at Munsiyari, so check the road via Thal before you set out.
What is the weather like in Kumaon in February?
Nainital about 3 to 13 °C; cold nights. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Kumaon in February?
We suggest Jageshwar, Almora and Kasar Devi, Binsar. Carry cash for Binsar's gate fee and for village dhabas, as card machines are rare.