Darjeeling weather in August (West Bengal, India)
How's the weather trend in Darjeeling as August approaches? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
August in Darjeeling generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 27°C, cooling down at night to around 20°C.
Precipitation
Darjeeling in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 570 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 15 days days of rain.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 103 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Darjeeling. November typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Darjeeling climate page with graphs.
Darjeeling, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
20°C
Max Temperature
27°C
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
570 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
92%
Sunshine
103 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in India in August
Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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