Mountain town in Sikkim, India
Gangtok weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Gangtok
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are clear with the best mountain views. Jun–Sep monsoon brings landslides and road closures; Dec–Feb is cold with some snow.
Gangtok weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°5 mm
- Feb17°12 mm
- Mar20°30 mm
- Apr23°57 mm
- May26°111 mm
- Jun28°162 mm
- Jul28°284 mm
- Aug27°225 mm
- Sep26°153 mm
- Oct23°48 mm
- Nov20°3 mm
- Dec17°3 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C60°F | 5°C40°F | 5 mm | 58% | Cool |
| February | 17°C63°F | 6°C43°F | 12 mm | 59% | Cool |
| March | 20°C68°F | 9°C48°F | 30 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C74°F | 12°C53°F | 57 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C78°F | 15°C60°F | 111 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 19°C66°F | 162 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| July | 28°C82°F | 20°C69°F | 284 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| August | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 225 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| September | 26°C79°F | 18°C65°F | 153 mm | 89% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C73°F | 14°C58°F | 48 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C68°F | 10°C51°F | 3 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| December | 17°C63°F | 7°C45°F | 3 mm | 61% | Cool |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Gangtok | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jun (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Gangtok?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are clear with the best mountain views. Jun–Sep monsoon brings landslides and road closures; Dec–Feb is cold with some snow.
When is the rainy season in Gangtok?
Rain peaks in July with about 284 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Gangtok?
June, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Gangtok get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 5°C (40°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 10.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.