Sikkim

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Climate

Sikkim's climate varies from the tropical heat in the valleys to Alpine cold in the higher altitudes. The Tropical climate prevails in the deep valleys with elevation up to 5000 ft . The temperate climate zone comprises areas having elevations between 5000 ft and 13000 ft. Above 13000 ft are the Alpine climate Zones reaching upto 16000 ft which marks the beginning of the perpetually snow-bound zone.

Sikkim is a region of heavy rainfall. On an average, Sikkim receives 125 cm rain. But the rainfall varies widely between various regions like sheltered valleys, foot hills and high mountains .

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Forthcoming Festivals

	Barahimizong
	Dec 9 2025


	Kagyed Dance
	Dec 18 2025 - Dec 19 2025
	Rumtek and Phodong monastery,Tshuklakhang Palace

	Losoong / Namsoong Sikkim
	Dec 20 2025 - Dec 25 2025

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Last Updated on : 26 June 2018