Climate of Sikkim, India
Area-weighted average across Sikkim. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sikkim, a subdivision of India, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.2°C / 29.8°F in January to 12.3°C / 54.1°F in July, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in to 296 mm / 11.7 in depending on the season (1264 mm / 49.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.2°C29.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | — |
| February | -0.2°C31.6°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.1°C37.6°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 6.2°C43.2°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| May | 8.9°C48°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| June | 11.5°C52.7°F | 202 mm8″ | — |
| July | 12.3°C54.1°F | 296 mm11.7″ | — |
| August | 12.1°C53.8°F | 259 mm10.2″ | — |
| September | 10.8°C51.4°F | 178 mm7″ | — |
| October | 7.4°C45.3°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 3.1°C37.6°F | 11 mm0.4″ | — |
| December | 0.3°C32.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sikkim?
Sikkim, India does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 12.3°C / 54.1°F, and the driest is December at 6 mm / 0.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Sikkim?
Sikkim, India has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.2°C / 29.8°F in January to 12.3°C / 54.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1264 mm / 49.8 in, with the wettest month being July (296 mm / 11.7 in) and the driest December (6 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sikkim?
The hottest month in Sikkim is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.3°C / 54.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Sikkim?
The coldest month in Sikkim is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.2°C / 29.8°F.
When does it rain most in Sikkim?
The wettest month in Sikkim is July, averaging about 296 mm / 11.7 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in.