What is the weather like in Darjeeling in October?

Expect temperatures between 10°C and 17°C with 54% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Darjeeling in October?

Darjeeling in October scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Darjeeling in October?

October in Darjeeling is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Darjeeling Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

10°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

31days

54% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn 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 October a Good Time to Visit Darjeeling?

👌Good option with minor considerations(61/100)

Short Answer

Rain dominates Darjeeling in October (54% probability, 5mm average). Prices are lower but outdoor activities require backup plans. Umbrella is essential.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Unhealthy

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Very high humidity

84% average humidity

Frequent rainfall expected

54% chance of rain - pack waterproofs

Health precautions needed

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

High altitude destination

2098m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
84% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
54% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 74/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Darjeeling in October averages 17°C with 54% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Darjeeling in October

What are the temperatures in Darjeeling in October?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 10°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Darjeeling in October?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Darjeeling in October?

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

Is October peak season in Darjeeling?

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

Darjeeling Weather in October

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