Mountain town in West Bengal, India
Darjeeling weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Darjeeling
Mar–May and Oct–Nov give the clearest mountain views. Jun–Sep monsoon brings fog, rain and landslides; Dec–Feb is cold with occasional snow.
Darjeeling weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan11°6 mm
- Feb14°12 mm
- Mar19°30 mm
- Apr22°64 mm
- May22°144 mm
- Jun22°235 mm
- Jul20°419 mm
- Aug20°317 mm
- Sep19°242 mm
- Oct17°70 mm
- Nov14°4 mm
- Dec12°3 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C52°F | 0°C33°F | 6 mm | 50% | Cool |
| February | 14°C58°F | 2°C36°F | 12 mm | 45% | Cool |
| March | 19°C65°F | 6°C43°F | 30 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C71°F | 10°C49°F | 64 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C71°F | 12°C53°F | 144 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C71°F | 14°C57°F | 235 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| July | 20°C68°F | 14°C58°F | 419 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| August | 20°C68°F | 14°C58°F | 317 mm | 90% | Very wet |
| September | 19°C66°F | 13°C56°F | 242 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| October | 17°C63°F | 10°C50°F | 70 mm | 80% | Cool |
| November | 14°C58°F | 6°C42°F | 4 mm | 69% | Cool |
| December | 12°C53°F | 2°C36°F | 3 mm | 59% | Cool |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Shimla | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | May (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Darjeeling?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov give the clearest mountain views. Jun–Sep monsoon brings fog, rain and landslides; Dec–Feb is cold with occasional snow.
When is the rainy season in Darjeeling?
Rain peaks in July with about 419 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Darjeeling?
May, with average highs of 22°C (71°F).
How cold does Darjeeling get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (33°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
- West Bengal Tourism
- Indian Railways (IRCTC)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 5.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.