Climate Overview
The climate in Gangtok Pakyong Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 5379mm of precipitation falls per year. Gangtok Pakyong Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gangtok Pakyong Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, June, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Gangtok Pakyong Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 25°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 22°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gangtok Pakyong Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 5379mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 448mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 1171mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 131mm. That's 1040mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Gangtok Pakyong Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gangtok Pakyong Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Gangtok Pakyong Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 902mm across the season with a monthly average of 301mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 19 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 2835mm across the season with a monthly average of 945mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 11 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1022mm across the season with a monthly average of 341mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 620mm across the season with a monthly average of 207mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gangtok Pakyong Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
