Darjeeling Weather in May
May in Darjeeling brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 392 mm (15 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
Rainfall in Darjeeling in May
As part of the rainy season, Darjeeling sees around 9 days of rain in May, with an average of 392 mm (15 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Darjeeling in May
Daytime temperatures in Darjeeling reach 26°C (79°F) in May, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 17°C (63°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.
Sunshine in Darjeeling in May
The city usually sees around 152 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Darjeeling. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Darjeeling Temperature in May
Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
29%
Precipitation
392 mm (15 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
88%
Sunshine
152 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Historical weather for Darjeeling in May
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 May
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Darjeeling between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest May day on record in Darjeeling reached 34°C (93°F) (May 14, 2012).
- Darjeeling experienced its chilliest May day on May 4, 2021, reaching only 19°C (66°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 10°C (50°F) (May 4, 2012).
- The wettest day in May Darjeeling was on May 28, 2014 with 198 mm (7.8 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Darjeeling in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.What To Do in Darjeeling in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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