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Pakyong, Sikkim Temperature & Weather History

Sikkim, India · Climate data since 1981
📍 27.2330°N, 88.6000°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
May
Avg 23.1°C
Min 15.4°C
Max 30.8°C
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg 12.2°C
Min 4.1°C
Max 20.3°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
July
411 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
December
4 mm
Most Humid
💧
August
89%
Least Humid
🌬️
March
40%
Highest Ever
🌡️
35.0°C
April 1992
Lowest Ever
🧊
1.4°C
January 2013

Pakyong Climate Overview

Pakyong has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in May and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year creating warm and humid conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌤️20.3°C4.1°C12.2°C53%50.83.47
February🌤️23.2°C5.3°C14.3°C46%131.03.81
March☀️28.4°C8.7°C18.5°C40%321.24.37
April☀️30.8°C12.2°C21.5°C46%721.24.90
May30.8°C15.4°C23.1°C64%1441.04.86
June🌧️30.4°C18.2°C24.3°C79%2741.04.61
July🌧️28.6°C19.2°C23.9°C89%4111.04.15
August🌧️28.6°C18.9°C23.7°C89%3150.94.10
September🌧️27.6°C17.4°C22.5°C88%2370.83.90
October☀️26.4°C13.4°C19.9°C79%750.74.23
November☀️23.7°C9.5°C16.6°C69%60.73.90
December🌤️21.0°C5.7°C13.3°C61%40.73.48

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Pakyong Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Pakyong

January is Pakyong's coldest month, with average lows reaching 4.1°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 5.0°C21.5°C

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Pakyong

Summer temperatures in Pakyong peak in June, climbing to 30.4°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 18.7°C29.2°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Pakyong

Pakyong sees its highest rainfall in July, receiving approximately 411 mm of precipitation.
🌧️June to August (avg) · up to 411 mm

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Pakyong Monthly Temperature Guide

May is the hottest month in Pakyong, with average highs reaching 30.8°C, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 4.1°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in May, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Pakyong

Pakyong receives its highest rainfall in July, while humidity peaks during summer months.
🌧️ Wettest: July 411 mm☀️ Driest: December 4 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 89% in August · annual avg 67%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:19.5°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1587 mm
Avg Humidity:67%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Pakyong's recorded history was 2016 (avg: 20.4°C), while the coldest was 1982 (avg: 18.7°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Pakyong's temperature has remained relatively stable over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Pakyong's temperatures has remained relatively stable over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 35.0°C in April 1992, while the lowest dropped to 1.4°C in January 2013.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Pakyong shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
13.3°C19.4°C25.6°C244077%0.8 m/s
2024
12.7°C19.5°C26.3°C314974%0.9 m/s
2023
13.0°C19.8°C26.5°C254273%0.9 m/s
2022
12.7°C18.9°C25.1°C276980%0.9 m/s
2021
12.7°C19.5°C26.3°C273874%0.9 m/s
2020 🌧️
12.4°C19.0°C25.6°C331177%0.9 m/s
2019
12.4°C19.2°C25.9°C232173%0.9 m/s
2018
12.6°C19.1°C25.6°C213272%0.9 m/s
2017
13.2°C19.9°C26.6°C213873%0.9 m/s
2016
14.0°C20.4°C26.8°C231970%0.9 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Pakyong?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), May is typically the hottest month in Pakyong, Sikkim, with average high temperatures around 30.8°C.

What is the coldest month in Pakyong?

January is the coldest month in Pakyong, with average low temperatures around 4.1°C.

What is the rainiest month in Pakyong?

July receives the most rainfall with approximately 411 mm, while December is the driest with 4 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Pakyong?

The highest recorded temperature was 35.0°C in April 1992. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Pakyong?

The lowest recorded temperature was 1.4°C in January 2013.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Pakyong get?

Pakyong receives the most sunlight in April with an average solar radiation of 4.90 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Sikkim.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45