◐ Shoulder season — possible with care

Green Lake Trek in June

Weather, temperatures, packing and honest advice — from the team that runs this trail.

The quick answer

June is a shoulder month for Green Lake. The core season is Apr, May, Oct, Nov, so conditions can work with the right preparation — but check with our team about your specific dates. The trek runs 11 days from Lachen, North Sikkim, reaching 16,000 ft at its highest point, and is graded Difficult (5/5). The fee is ₹34,999 + 5% GST with permits, meals, camping and certified trek leaders included.

Why this window works: June sits at the edge of this window, so conditions vary year to year — check with our team for your dates.

Weather & trail conditions in June

Long, warm days with clear mornings; afternoon clouds are common at altitude. Snow bridges melt out, streams run high with meltwater, and the high passes open for the season. On Green Lake, expect daytime temperatures around 17°C on the trail and roughly 1°C at the highest camps after dark in June.

June in the Himalayas

Daytime

~17°C

Night at camp

~1°C

Highest point

16,000 ft

Grade

Difficult

What to pack for June

✓ Quick-dry trek tees and one warm layer for altitude nights
✓ A light rain layer for afternoon showers
✓ Sun protection — cap, sunglasses, SPF 50 sunscreen
✓ Electrolytes: warm days mean higher fluid loss

Don't own the gear? Rent shoes, jackets and more on our rentals page — sanitised after every trek.

Booking notes for June

The pre-monsoon rush on high-altitude crossovers — early June batches go fastest. The best months for Green Lake are Apr, May, Oct, Nov.

Frequently asked

Is June a good time for the Green Lake trek?

June is a shoulder month for Green Lake. The core season is Apr, May, Oct, Nov, so conditions can work with the right preparation — but check with our team about your specific dates.

How cold is Green Lake in June?

Plan for daytime temperatures around 17°C and nights near 1°C at the higher camps. Our sleeping bags are rated for well below these temperatures.

Can beginners do Green Lake in June?

Green Lake is graded Difficult (5/5), so we recommend at least one prior Himalayan trek. Beginners should start with Nag Tibba, Dayara Bugyal or Kedarkantha instead.