Darjeeling · SpringMonth summary
Darjeeling weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
12°C – 19°C
🌧 Rainy days
88% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
October (7.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Darjeeling in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Not the best window: 88% rain risk and 11.1h of sunshine. October is much safer.
By trip type
Darjeeling in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Darjeeling. Temperatures rise (19°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 88% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 2°C | 11°C | 30% | 1.2 | 10.0h | 5.5/10 | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 4°C | 12°C | 47% | 2.2 | 10.4h | 4.8/10 | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 6°C | 16°C | 57% | 3.1 | 11.0h | 5.7/10 | 4.3/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 9°C | 18°C | 66% | 4.4 | 11.7h | 6.5/10 | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 12°C | 19°C | 88% | 9.0 | 11.1h | 5.1/10 | 3.2/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 15°C | 21°C | 96% | 16.8 | 9.3h | 4.9/10 | 2.4/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 16°C | 21°C | 97% | 24.2 | 6.6h | 4.3/10 | 1.9/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 16°C | 21°C | 95% | 17.4 | 8.2h | 4.7/10 | 2.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 15°C | 20°C | 87% | 16.0 | 9.2h | 5.0/10 | 2.7/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 12°C | 19°C | 52% | 5.9 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 | 4.0/10 |
| ⛅ November | 8°C | 16°C | 27% | 1.0 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 | 4.8/10 |
| ⛅ December | 4°C | 13°C | 27% | 1.0 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 | 5.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Darjeeling averages 19°C, 88% rainy days and 11.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.1/10.
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Comparison
May vs October (best month)
The best month is October (score 7.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -36%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Darjeeling in May
Is May a good time to visit Darjeeling?
Transition period with a summer score of 5.1/10 and ski score of 3.2/10. Neither the best ski nor summer season.
Does it rain a lot in Darjeeling in May?
Yes, 88% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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