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Best Time to Visit
Darjeeling

Visit in November — score 78/100 · avg high 73°F · 2 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

69°/39°F
1 rain days
10.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#2
74°/42°F
3 rain days
11.1h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

83°/47°F
10 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

87°/54°F
19 rain days
12.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

87°/59°F
31 rain days
13.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

85°/64°F
30 rain days
13.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

82°/66°F
31 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

82°/65°F
31 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

80°/63°F
30 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

78°/56°F
22 rain days
11.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

#1
73°/49°F
2 rain days
10.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

#3
69°/42°F
1 rain days
10.3h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January6252°69°39°1510.5hHighAverage
February6656°74°42°31411.1hHighAverage
March6364°83°47°104011.8hHighAbove avg
April5569°87°54°197512.6hHighAverage
May5272°87°59°3118113.3hModerateBelow avg
June5673°85°64°3032113.7hModerateBelow avg
July5373°82°66°3144813.5hModerateBelow avg
August5172°82°65°3136913.0hModerateBelow avg
September5071°80°63°3029112.2hModerateBelow avg
October4366°78°56°228811.3hModerateAverage
November7860°73°49°2610.6hModerateAverage
December6455°69°42°1310.3hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
57/100
High
86°F
Low
54°F
Rain days
20/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Darjeeling (March, April, May) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 54°F, with about 20 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 57/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 63/100.

Summer

Score
53/100
High
83°F
Low
65°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Darjeeling (June, July, August) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 65°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 53/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 56/100.

Fall

Score
57/100
High
77°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
18/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Darjeeling (September, October, November) brings average highs of 77°F and lows of 56°F, with about 18 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 57/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Winter

Score
64/100
High
71°F
Low
41°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Darjeeling (December, January, February) brings average highs of 71°F and lows of 41°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 64/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 66/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Darjeeling?
The best month to visit Darjeeling is November, with an overall travel score of 78/100. Expect average highs of 73°F, about 2 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Darjeeling expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Darjeeling are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Darjeeling in December?
December in Darjeeling has average highs of 69°F and lows of 42°F, with approximately 1 rainy days and 10.3 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 64/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Darjeeling?
The most affordable time to visit Darjeeling is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is October (score: 43/100).

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