Historical data suggests significant rain risk (77%) on October 5. If you seek sun, consider a different date. Bring rain gear!
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Essential Travel Info for Darjeeling
Currency
INR
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Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.578
Darjeeling Weather Forecast for October 5
"Rainy & Overcast. Expect average highs of 18.3°C. 77% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Darjeeling in October
Based on historical data for October 5, Darjeeling typically experiences temperatures between 12°C and 18.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 77% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Darjeeling
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
18.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
77%
Avg 7.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
67%
Slight rain
Pressure
1013.3 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 96% 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
🔴 47 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 71 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 118 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.5°C
Noticeable
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
06:02
☀️ Noon
11:56
🌇 Sunset
17:51
⏱️ Daylight
11h 48m
Wind Speed
5.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
89%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Darjeeling
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
🌧️ Variable
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
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 October 5 averages 18.3°C with a 77% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 57/100."
— 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
October 12
17.9°C • 53% rain
Score
78
October 11
17.9°C • 56% rain
Score
76
October 10
18°C • 64% rain
Score
70
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Darjeeling Worth Visiting on October 5?
Planning a trip to Darjeeling on October 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.3°C with a 77% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 11 vaccinations are recommended for India, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 9.2°C in 2018.