Weather in January in Sikkim
Thinking about venturing to Sikkim this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Sikkim in January?
Sikkim is a region in India. Sikkim has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. January falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Lachung at -2°C to mild in Singtām at 16°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C in Singtām and -12°C in Lachung. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.For specific regional insights in Sikkim, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Naya Bāzār with an average of 89 mm to heavy rainfall in Gangtok with 257 mm.For a more detailed look at Sikkim's conditions throughout the year, check out our Sikkim climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Sikkim?
Gangtok
In January Gangtok generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pelling
In January Pelling generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pemayangtse
In January Pemayangtse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Lachung
In January Lachung generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Namchi
In January Namchi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Sikkim?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Gangtok, January may not be the ideal time to visit Sikkim.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Gangtok. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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