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Darjeeling Weather in August
Darjeeling in August sees high temperatures, with highs around 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows of 20°C (68°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 570 mm (22 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Darjeeling in August
As part of the rainy season, Darjeeling sees around 15 days of rain in August, with an average of 570 mm (22 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Darjeeling in August
Expect highs of 27°C (81°F) in Darjeeling in August, with nights dropping to around 20°C (68°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights are mild at around 20°C (68°F), which is comfortable for most people.
Sunshine in Darjeeling in August
You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 103 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.August in Darjeeling can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Darjeeling Temperature in August
Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
570 mm (22 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
92%
Sunshine
103 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather records for Darjeeling in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Darjeeling spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Darjeeling historical weather extremes in August
Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Darjeeling.
- The warmest day in August was on August 1, 2023, with a maximum of 38°C (100°F).
- Darjeeling experienced its chilliest August day on August 12, 2017, reaching only 22°C (72°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 15°C (59°F) on August 2, 2018, marking the coldest August night on record.
- The wettest day in August Darjeeling was on August 17, 2011 with 289 mm (11 in) of precipitation.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Darjeeling in August
Warm but pleasant conditions in Darjeeling in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
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