March 8 sees frequent showers in Darjeeling. Historical data shows a 53% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 14°C.
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Essential Travel Info for Darjeeling
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GPI: 2.578
Darjeeling Weather Forecast for March 8
"Rainy & Overcast. Expect average highs of 14.2°C. 53% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Darjeeling in March
Based on historical data for March 8, Darjeeling typically experiences temperatures between 4.5°C and 14.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 53% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Darjeeling
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
14.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
53%
Avg 4.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Moderate drizzle
Pressure
1014.7 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 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
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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
06:25
☀️ Noon
12:19
🌇 Sunset
18:12
⏱️ Daylight
11h 46m
Wind Speed
6.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Darjeeling
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
🌧️ Variable
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 March 8 averages 14.2°C with a 53% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 71/100."
— 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
March 11
14.8°C • 45% rain
Score
79
March 10
14.5°C • 51% rain
Score
75
March 4
13.6°C • 44% rain
Score
73
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Darjeeling Worth Visiting on March 8?
Planning a trip to Darjeeling on March 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.2°C with a 53% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 11 vaccinations are recommended for India, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 0.1°C in 2019.