Sikkim Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sikkim, India in August.

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Gangtok Pelling Pemayangtse Lachung

Thinking about venturing to Sikkim, India this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Sikkim in August

Sikkim, India is a region in India. The weather in Sikkim in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and heavy precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Lachung at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Singtām at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Singtām and 6°C (43°F) in Lachung. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Sikkim, India.

For a closer look at conditions across Sikkim, India, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Lachung with an average of 417 mm (16 in) to heavy rainfall in Gangtok with 902 mm (36 in).

Explore Sikkim by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sikkim - and find the best time to visit. (based on Gangtok)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May21°C (70°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September21°C (70°F) October19°C (66°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sikkim in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sikkim.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sikkim

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Sikkim, India?

Temperature range in Sikkim (August)

Precipitation variation in Sikkim (August)

Gangtok

In August Gangtok generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
1092 mm (43 in)
902 mm (36 in)
518 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gangtok →

Pelling

In August Pelling generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
103 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
901 mm (35 in)
649 mm (26 in)
500 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Pelling →

Pemayangtse

In August Pemayangtse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
103 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
904 mm (36 in)
652 mm (26 in)
505 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Pemayangtse →

Lachung

In August Lachung generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
498 mm (20 in)
417 mm (16 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Lachung →

Namchi

In August Namchi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
103 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
973 mm (38 in)
710 mm (28 in)
486 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Namchi →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sikkim in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gangtok 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 902 mm (36 in)
Pelling 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 649 mm (26 in)
Pemayangtse 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 652 mm (26 in)
Lachung 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 417 mm (16 in)
Namchi 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 710 mm (28 in)
Rinchingpong 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 673 mm (26 in)

Sikkim weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sikkim, India in August?

August in Sikkim, India brings less favorable weather. In Gangtok, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Sikkim, India in August?

Gangtok averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Sikkim, India get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Sikkim, India, with Gangtok averaging around 902 mm (36 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Sikkim, India?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Gangtok, August may not be the ideal time to visit Sikkim, India.

On average, the best time to visit Sikkim, India is in with generally less favorable weather in Gangtok.

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