Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Gangtok, India, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gangtok throughout August hovers around 93%.
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In August, Gangtok averages 1051 mm (41.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 31 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 3 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 1% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Gangtok reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 3 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||