Darjeeling Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Darjeeling, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in June, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C (63°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) in June to around 6°C (43°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Darjeeling is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3756 mm (148 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 876 mm (34 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 33 mm (1.3 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Darjeeling Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Darjeeling. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 94%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year