Question 1

When is the best time to visit Darjeeling, India?

Accepted Answer

The best months to visit Darjeeling are February, November, December, January, March. February is the single peak month with a climate score of 8.4/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.

Question 2

What is the weather like in Darjeeling year-round?

Accepted Answer

Darjeeling has a nature & wildlife climate profile. Average monthly temperatures range from 11°C in January to 23°C in June, with climate scores between 4.8 and 8.4 out of 10.

Question 3

Which months should I avoid in Darjeeling?

Accepted Answer

The lowest-scoring months in Darjeeling are August (4.8/10), June (4.9/10), July (4.9/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.

Question 4

When is the rainy season in Darjeeling?

Accepted Answer

June is the wettest month in Darjeeling, averaging about 623 mm of rainfall. November is the driest, at roughly 2 mm.

Question 5

Which is the sunniest month in Darjeeling?

Accepted Answer

April sees the most sun in Darjeeling, with about 18 sunny days on average — ideal for outdoor plans.

Question 6

Is Darjeeling good for nature & wildlife travel?

Accepted Answer

Darjeeling is profiled as a nature & wildlife destination in Europe, India. Its highest-scoring window (February, November, December, January, March) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.

Question 7

How is the bestime.travel score for Darjeeling calculated?

Accepted Answer

Each month is rated 0–10 using ERA5 climate normals for Darjeeling: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days — weighted for a nature & wildlife trip.

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