January 5 is generally a great time to visit Darjeeling. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather.
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Essential Travel Info for Darjeeling
Currency
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English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.578
Darjeeling Weather Forecast for January 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.6°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Darjeeling in January
Based on historical data for January 5, Darjeeling typically experiences temperatures between 1.8°C and 10.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Darjeeling
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
44%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1017.5 hPa
Low volatility
Darjeeling Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 133 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 200 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 333 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in India
Flight Traffic
N/A
0/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
N/A
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Darjeeling
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:58
☀️ Noon
12:13
🌇 Sunset
17:28
⏱️ Daylight
10h 29m
Wind Speed
6.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Darjeeling
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Darjeeling on January 5 averages 10.6°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 69/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Darjeeling Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 31
10.8°C • 14% rain
Score
76
December 30
10.6°C • 17% rain
Score
70
January 1
10.7°C • 17% rain
Score
70
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Darjeeling Worth Visiting on January 5?
Planning a trip to Darjeeling on January 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.6°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 11 vaccinations are recommended for India, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.1°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -2.5°C in 2020.