Month summary
Darjeeling weather in October
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
12°C – 19°C
🌧 Rainy days
52% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
October (7.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Darjeeling in October?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in October (7.0/10). October scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Darjeeling in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn in Darjeeling is often underrated: 19°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. With 52% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. October (7.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
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| 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 October, Darjeeling averages 19°C, 52% rainy days and 10.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
October vs October (best month)
The best month is October (score 7.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Darjeeling in October
Is October a good time to visit Darjeeling?
Yes, October is a good time (7.0/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
Does it rain a lot in Darjeeling in October?
Yes, 52% of days see rain in October. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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