Gangtok in October
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Very wet: about 23 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
14°CAvg low
23Rainy days (215 mm)
11:20 hDaylight
05:41Sunrise · 17:01 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Very wet: about 23 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±4.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 6°C | 254 mm | 26 | – | – | 4.8 |
| February | 16°C | 7°C | 268 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.1 |
| March | 19°C | 10°C | 252 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 22°C | 13°C | 211 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 283 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 24°C | 19°C | 617 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 24°C | 19°C | 1123 mm | 31 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 24°C | 19°C | 903 mm | 31 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 24°C | 18°C | 504 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 22°C | 14°C | 215 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 19°C | 10°C | 182 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.6 |
| December | 16°C | 7°C | 174 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Gangtok in October?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 14°C.
When is the best time to visit Gangtok?
The best months are April, May, June, July.