Sikkim snowfall

1. The Meteorological Department in Sikkim forecasts snowfall activities from January 15, 2024.
2. The predictions are based on the influence of Western Disturbances from the Western Himalayan region and moisture from the Bay of Bengal.
3. The expected impacts include road blockages, reduced visibility, and potential damage to horticulture and crops.

Gangtok, Jan 13: The Meteorological Department in Sikkim has issued predictions of snowfall activities starting from January 15, 2024. The anticipated weather conditions are attributed to Western Disturbances from the Western Himalayan region and moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal.

Here’s the breakdown of the expected weather conditions:

January 15, 2024:

  • Light rainfall/snowfall (at higher altitudes) is highly likely to occur at one or two places over the districts of Gangtok, Gyalshing, Mangan, and Soreng in Sikkim.

January 16, 2024:

  • Light to moderate rainfall/snowfall (at higher altitudes) is expected at many places over the Mangan district.
  • Light rainfall/snowfall (at higher altitudes) is likely to occur in a few places over the districts of Gangtok, Gyalshing, and Soreng. Additionally, one or two places over the Namchi and Pakyong districts may experience light rainfall/snowfall.
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January 17-18, 2024:

  • Light to moderate rainfall/snowfall (at higher altitudes) is highly likely at many places over the Mangan district.
  • Light rainfall/snowfall (at higher altitudes) is expected at a few places over the districts of Gangtok, Gyalshing, and Soreng. Moreover, one or two places in the Namchi district may experience light rainfall/snowfall.
  • Light rainfall is anticipated at one or two places over the Pakyong district.

Possible Impacts:

  1. Blockage of roads due to rainfall/snowfall.
  2. Reduction in visibility.
  3. Potential damage to horticulture and standing crops.

Residents and authorities are advised to stay updated on the weather forecasts and take necessary precautions to minimize the impact of these anticipated weather conditions.