Temperature in Sikkim in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Sikkim, India this January.

Sikkim, India, a region in India, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from -2°C (28°F) in Lachung to 16°C (61°F) in Singtām. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Singtām and -12°C (10°F) in Lachung. During January, winter is in full swing. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Sikkim, India in January?

Curious about the January temperatures in the prime spots of Sikkim? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Sikkim in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Sikkim temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Sikkim, India in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Gangtok. That makes January a low month for Sikkim, India.

How cold does it get at night in Sikkim, India in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Gangtok typically drop to around 2°C (36°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Sikkim, India?

Based on our systematic data collection, Singtām has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 16°C (61°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 6°C (43°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Sikkim, India?

When looking through our records, we find that Lachung stands out as the coolest city in Sikkim, India for the month of January. Daytime highs average -2°C (28°F) and it cools down to about -12°C (10°F) at night.

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