With a population of 30,700, Gangtok is the largest city in Sikkim, India by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gangtok has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gangtok in August, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 24.8″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Gangtok, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
When flying to Gangtok, you’ll arrive at Pakyong (PYG), which is located 8 miles from the city center.
Average rates range from around $31 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $126 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $4.73 per gallon in Gangtok (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.78 and $75.71.