The month in detail
What to expect in October
Off-season for skiing Darjeeling — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
October is the best month of the year in Darjeeling. Compared to September: 32 pts fewer rainy days, +2.2h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Daylight
11.3h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 43
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Is October the right month?
October is actually the best month of the year in Darjeeling. Good timing.
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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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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 October?
The average UV index reaches 6 in October in Darjeeling (high), with about 11.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.