Sikkim Weather in November

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

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Gangtok Pelling Pemayangtse Lachung

Planning a trip to Sikkim, India this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sikkim in November

Sikkim, India is a region in India. The weather in Sikkim in November can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Lachung at 3°C (37°F) to pleasant in Singtām at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Singtām and -6°C (21°F) in Lachung.

For specific regional insights in Sikkim, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Naya Bāzār with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Gangtok with 189 mm (7.4 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 November

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 November for some of the most popular destinations in Sikkim, India?

Temperature range in Sikkim (November)

Precipitation variation in Sikkim (November)

Gangtok

In November Gangtok generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
224 mm (8.8 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gangtok →

Pelling

In November Pelling generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
181 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
260 mm (10 in)
127 mm (5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Pelling →

Pemayangtse

In November Pemayangtse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
181 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Pemayangtse →

Lachung

In November Lachung generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lachung →

Namchi

In November Namchi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
181 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Namchi →

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gangtok 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Pelling 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Pemayangtse 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Lachung 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Namchi 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rinchingpong 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)

Sikkim weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Sikkim, India in November. The popular destination of Gangtok averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

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

Gangtok averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

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

Yes. November brings heavy rainfall to Sikkim, India, with Gangtok averaging around 189 mm (7.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Sikkim, India?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Gangtok, November may not be the ideal time to visit Sikkim, India.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Gangtok.

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