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IndiaThe weather in August in Sikkim
It's pleasantly warm in August in Sikkim with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 5°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Sikkim. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Sikkim, India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2022, Sikkim reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 9°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 109 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,4 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Sikkim
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sikkim. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Sikkim | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 3°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 109 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,4 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Sikkim with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 4°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 4°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Sikkim is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Sikkim runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Sikkim, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Sikkim
Temperature in August in Sikkim over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Sikkim, India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Sikkim
Total precipitation in August in Sikkim over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Sikkim
Snowfall in August in Sikkim per year
Daily UV index in August in Sikkim
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Sikkim, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Sikkim by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sikkim. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.