Gangtok Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Gangtok, Sikkim, India, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) in August, while winters cool to 11°C (52°F) in January.
With around 5153 mm (203 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Gangtok has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is July.
Monthly Temperature in Gangtok
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Gangtok. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 11°C (52°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 16°C (61°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gangtok
Gangtok has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 5153 mm (203 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Gangtok can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 1092 mm (43 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 186 mm (7.3 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Gangtok Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Gangtok by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 92%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Gangtok 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Gangtok
Gangtok experiences heavy rainfall throughout the year, with no distinct dry season. All months receive significant precipitation above 160 mm (6.3 in), making it a consistently wet climate. If we needed to point out one month as a best month to visit, it would be October, the driest month with 224 mm (8.8 in) of rainfall.Pack waterproof clothing and plan some indoor activities, as rain is expected year-round. The consistent rainfall creates green landscapes, but requires preparation for wet conditions. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
