March weather forecast
Gangtok, India

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Gangtok, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 15.1°C (59.2°F) and an average low of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Temperature

As Gangtok welcomes March, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a moderate 15.1°C (59.2°F), showing little deviation from February's 12.2°C (54°F). In March, Gangtok reports a consistent average low-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Gangtok, India, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In Gangtok, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gangtok, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.1 days and collects up to 1069mm (42.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March is the only month when snow falls in Gangtok. March has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of March, in Gangtok, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 5:52 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Gangtok, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

In Gangtok, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Gangtok?

The high-temperature in Gangtok during March is 15.1°C (59.2°F) and the low-temperature is 6.4°C (43.5°F).

What are the least humid months in Gangtok?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 50%, are the least humid months in Gangtok, India.

What is the average humidity in March in Gangtok?

The average relative humidity in March in Gangtok is 50%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gangtok?

In March, in Gangtok, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Gangtok?

The month with the most snowfall days in Gangtok is March, when snow falls for 0.1 days.

When does it start to snow in Gangtok?

March is the first month it typically snows in Gangtok. Throughout March, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How many hours of daylight does Gangtok have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Gangtok?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 5:52 pm IST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Gangtok?

The average sunshine duration in March in Gangtok, India, is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Gangtok?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gangtok, India

Average temperature in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Gangtok, India

Average pressure in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Gangtok, India

Average wind speed in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Gangtok, India

Average humidity in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average humidity in March: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gangtok, India

Average rainfall in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Gangtok, India

Average rainfall days in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall days in March
Gangtok, India

Average snowfall days in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gangtok, India

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gangtok, India

Average sunshine days in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gangtok, India

Average UV index in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Gangtok, India

Average cloud cover in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
Gangtok, India

Average visibility in March - Gangtok, India
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).

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