What is the weather like in Darjeeling in April?

Expect temperatures between 8°C and 18°C with 63% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Darjeeling in April?

Darjeeling in April scores 59/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Darjeeling in April?

April in Darjeeling is ideal for: Business travelers.

Darjeeling Weather in April | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

18°C

Hottest around day 26

Avg Low

8°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

30days

63% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Darjeeling

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Currency

INR

₹ Indian rupee

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.578

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin India.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Cholera

Cholera ispresumed to be presentin India. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to India.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to India. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to India.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

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Is April a Good Time to Visit Darjeeling?

👌Good option with minor considerations(59/100)

Short Answer

Monsoon conditions shape Darjeeling's April: expect 63% daily rain chance. Mornings often clear before afternoon showers - early starts recommended.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

63% rain probability, 7.9mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Unhealthy

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

High altitude destination

2098m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

10.7h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
63% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
56% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 67/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Darjeeling in April averages 18°C with 63% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Darjeeling in April

What are the temperatures in Darjeeling in April?

Daytime highs average 18°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Darjeeling in April?

Expect around 30 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Darjeeling in April?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is April peak season in Darjeeling?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Darjeeling Weather in April

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