A magic land in Meghalaya is Cherrapunjee, the land of living root bridges, at a certain time of the history, which seemed to be the wettest place on earth, the contemporary Cherrapunjee, officially called Sohra, as well. Its smoky valleys, gushing streams, green meadows and landscapes have made it a heaven throughout the year even though the weather is so unpredictable during the whole year. When an individual desires to visit this place he/she must be aware of when to visit, what to expect, and how to prepare against the weather. This Cherrapunjee weather guide will help know when the best time to visit Cherrapunje would be most appropriate to pay a visit so that you can enjoy a comfortable and never forgettable holiday.
Cherrapunjee Weathers seasonally.
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Winter (November to February)
Cherrapunjee winters are quite pleasant with a temperature ranging between 5o C and 15o C. The skies are quite clean and the air is fresh and it is perfect to do sightseeing, hiking and taking pictures. When the monsoons waterfalls have had their fill, and the famous living root bridges are no longer so difficult to discover because one does not have to walk on slippery tracks anymore.
Provided that you are an easy-going person, do not wish to be among the crowds, would rather spend your time somewhere without people, winter is considered to be the most suitable season to visit Cherrapunje. You only need to remember to carry with you some light woolen garment and particularly during the evenings since it may get colder as soon as the sun goes down.
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Summer (March to May)
At Cherrapunjee, summer is moderate in comparison with the hot Indian plains. Temperatures on a day vary between 12 o C and 25 o C, and this is congenial in exploration. It is during these months that wildflower and colorful greenery come to life making the hills alive.
It is also a good season to the adventure lovers who can go caving and trekking to Nongriat or have a panoramic view of the canyons in Meghalaya. The amount of rainfall is not too high in comparison with the monsoon months, and thus, there is no issue as far as the outside activities are concerned with weather disruptions happening very frequently.
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Monsoon (June to September)
The world is also aware of Cherrapunjee being a heavy rainer. Rainy seasons in the town are almost every day and particularly during the monsoons which are also documented to be greater than the other destinations. The monsoon seasons do not seem as intimidating, but there is another side to them.
The gush of the waterfalls such as the Nohkalikai and the seven sisters falls are so deafening, the valleys seem to be of emerald green color and the entire land seems like a fairy tale picture. Continuous rains on the other hand may cause road blocks, landslides and slippery trekking trails. First-timers in any case may not find Cherrapunje the place to visit at least not during the worst of seasons (unless you are a monsoon enthusiast and you want to see nature in its purest state possible).
The Months to Choose the Most Affordable Months to Travel.
November- February: Perfect time when there are families, honeymooners and recreational travellers. It is nice and ideal sightseeing.
March to May Great weather and landscape The weather is pleasant with blossoming landscapes and all people who are adventure hunters and photographers.
June-September: This is a perfect time to visit monsoon lovers, nature photographers as well as those who desire to be close to the famous rainfall and thunderous falls of Cherrapunjee.
In brief, winter and summer can be said to be most suggestable season in case of convenience and comfort. Monsoon is an experience that can be recalled forever to the adventure seekers, who do not have any problems with rain.
Best Travel Ideas to a perfect Holiday.
Dressing: Pack day, evening clothes, light cottons daytime, sweaters or jackets evening. The raincoat or umbrella is required when between June and September.
Shoes: Trekking shoes that are well-gripping are also required especially in situations where you are intending to visit living root bridges or caves.
Connection: There are some areas where the mobile connections are intermittent. Calculate, and install offline maps.
Food: Khasi special delicacies like: Jadoh (rice with meat), Dohneiiong (pork curry) and the local chutneys.
Admire Nature: Cherrapunjee lives off of ecology tourism. There should be no littering and local customs of rural villages should not be neglected.
Attractions in and about Cherrapunjee.
The climate plays a very important role in strategizing on how to see Cherrapunjee yet the Cherrapunjee beauty is ageless. Some of the highlights that will be missed include the following:
Nohkalikai Falls- the highest plunging waterfall in India and more than 1,100 feet.
Living root bridges of Nongriat – It is an architectural wonder of nature that has been constructed due to the usage of decades of weaving of rubber tree roots.
Mawsmai Caves Stalactites of Limestone caves.
Seven Sisters Falls- The great cascade is subdivided into seven streams, which could be viewed in a more appropriate manner in case of a monsoon.
Eco Park- Thegovernment has developed a peaceful space where one can see the views of the Green Canyons.
Comparing Your Cherrapunjee Holiday to Guwahati.
Guwahati can be the gateway to the Meghalaya to most of the travelers. Air and rail accessibility in the city is also good and it would be easy to access Cherrapunjee by road in the city. Should you be planning to go to Guwahati on occasion of one or two days in the commencement or the end of your Cherrapunjee holiday, the following are the best places of interest in Guwahati:
Kamakhya Temple- Kamakhya is one of the most holy Shakti Peace in India among the followers and also the tourists.
Umananda Temple – It is located on the Peacock Island in the core of Brahmaputra River and it is able to offer spirituality and beauty.
Assam State Museum – The history and heritage of Assam.
Kaziranga National Park (nearby) – famous due to one-horned rhinoceros, another UNESCO World Heritage can also be included into the list of your places of interest.
Brahmaputra River Cruise- This is a wonderful project that can view the sunset and the beauty of Guwahati skyline.
Cherrapunjee can be added to the magic of Guwahati such that people can visit the exotic location as well as enjoy the beauty of nature in the same trip.
Conclusion
tourist places in Guwahati dictates what type of holiday you will have. Every season has its quota of narration, and the peaceful winters and the adventurous summers and the dramatic monsoons. November and May are the most appropriate season to visit Cherrapunje to majority of the travelers because they enjoy visiting the place in comfort and enjoy the beautiful landscapes.
Making the trip more rewarding is matching it with the colorful tourist attractions to Guwahati combined with a taste of spirituality, history, wildlife and nature all in the same trip. Cherrapunjee has become a place of visit with or without an experience of a first-time traveler.