The month in detail
What to expect in December
Off-season for skiing Darjeeling — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude. Rain risk remains low (14% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
December ranks 3 out of 12 months in Darjeeling. Compared to November: −3°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
4°
Daylight
10.3h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 83
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Darjeeling is October (7.2/10), 2.8 pts higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Darjeeling
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · India
🗣️LanguageHindi
💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 21°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 11°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 83%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude2045 m
🎿Ski area—
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Darjeeling ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
IndiaAlpine mountain climate climate with a 7.2 → 1.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.04°N · 88.26°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Darjeeling?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: January (ski score 3.3/10). For hiking/summer: November (8.2/10, 16.0°C).
Can you ski in Darjeeling in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 2.9/10. Cold temperatures (11°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Darjeeling in summer?
In November, temperatures average 16.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Darjeeling?
July is the wettest month with July has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Darjeeling in December?
The average UV index reaches 5 in December in Darjeeling (moderate), with about 10.3h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.