IndiaAverage weather for Sikkim in December
It's cool to moderate in December in Sikkim with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -16°C and -10°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Sikkim with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around -11°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 15°C, with nights around -12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Sikkim is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about -14°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 6,2 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sikkim in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
15°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
17°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
30 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
6,2 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
3 days | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Sikkim?
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Sikkim. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
The hurricane season in Sikkim runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2017, Sikkim reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -26°C to a highest value of -1°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Sikkim
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Sikkim, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Sikkim
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Sikkim, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Sikkim.
Daily Snowfall in December in Sikkim
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Sikkim, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in Sikkim
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December 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.
Temperature in December in Sikkim over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Sikkim, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Sikkim over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Sikkim, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Sikkim per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Sikkim, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Sikkim
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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.
