Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical and Technological Sciences Weather

Weather and Climate at SMU

Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical and Technological Sciences, located in Sikkim, experiences a subtropical highland climate. The weather at SMU varies throughout the year:

• Summer (March to June): Temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C. This period sees moderate rainfall.
• Monsoon (June to September): Heavy rainfall is common, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 22°C.
• Autumn (October to November): Cooler temperatures between 10°C to 20°C, with less rainfall.
• Winter (December to February): Temperatures can drop to 5°C to 15°C, with occasional snowfall in higher altitudes.

The climate impacts commuting and campus life at SMU, with monsoon rains potentially causing disruptions. Outdoor research activities are often planned around the drier seasons.