Jowai is a hill destination in Meghalaya, India. People come for its waterfalls, viewpoints, lake and fish sanctuary, along with places of religious importance. Nartiang Durga Temple, in the West Jaintia Hills district, is a 600-year-old Hindu temple and one of the 51 Shakta pithas. It attracts pilgrims from across the country and is associated with Goddess Durga. Thadlaskein Lake is a man-made historical lake near Mukhla. Viewpoints such as Khlieh Chnong and Larang add options for travellers interested in landscape views, while Tyrshi Water Fall and Syntu Ksiar Fish Sanctuary offer nature-focused stops. Jowai suits travellers who enjoy hill scenery, religious sites and quiet outdoor visits. It also has several churches and local attractions.
Known for: Hindu temples, Waterfalls, Viewpoints, Historical lake, Fish sanctuary
Top things to do in Jowai
Nartiang Durga Temple: A 600-year-old Hindu temple in West Jaintia Hills and one of the 51 Shakta pithas, visited by pilgrims.
Thadlaskein Lake: A man-made historical lake near Mukhla, suitable for travellers interested in local natural and historical sites.
Tyrshi Water Fall: Waterfall
Khlieh Chnong View Point: Viewpoint
Larang Viewpoint: Viewpoint
Syntu Ksiar Fish Sanctuary: Nature reserve
Kiang Nangbah Monument: Monument
When is the best time to visit Jowai?
Best months: November to March
November to March is the better period to visit, with dry conditions in November, December, January and February, while March receives some rain. June to August have heavy rain and are among the hottest months, while January, February and December are among the coolest.
January: 9 mm of rain, dry, among the coolest months (good time to go)
February: 30 mm of rain, dry, among the coolest months (good time to go)
March: 84 mm of rain, some rain (good time to go)
April: 270 mm of rain, rainy
May: 422 mm of rain, heavy rain
June: 627 mm of rain, heavy rain, among the hottest months
July: 523 mm of rain, heavy rain, among the hottest months
August: 419 mm of rain, heavy rain, among the hottest months
September: 308 mm of rain, heavy rain
October: 193 mm of rain, rainy
November: 16 mm of rain, dry (good time to go)
December: 16 mm of rain, dry, among the coolest months (good time to go)
How to reach Jowai
By air: Shillong Airport (SHL), about 36 km from Jowai in a straight line
By air: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), about 96 km from Jowai in a straight line