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Darjeeling, West Bengal, India

Darjeeling in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Darjeeling are March, April, June and November. In December, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
7°C
Rainfall
10 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Darjeeling is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 7°C with about 10mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Darjeeling in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Gorkhaland Territorial Administration
The Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) is a semi-autonomous council consisting of the northernmost areas of the Indian state of West Bengal. The GTA was formed in 2012 to
St. Paul's School, Darjeeling
St. Paul's School is a private boarding school for boys in the town of Darjeeling, West Bengal, India. It is known as "Eton of the East" because it is thought to follow similar cul
Darjeeling
Darjeeling is a city in the northernmost region of the Indian state of West Bengal. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, it has an average elevation of 2,045 metres (6,709 ft). To the
Darjeeling railway station
Darjeeling railway station is the main railway station in Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal. The station lies on UNESCO World Heritage Site Darjeeling Himalaya
Chowrasta (Darjeeling)
Chowrasta "Intersection" lit. where four roads meet) is a historical public square in the Victorian era hill resort town of Darjeeling in the state of West Bengal, India. Located i
Lloyd's Botanical Garden
Lloyd's Botanical Garden, or Darjeeling Botanical Garden, is a botanical garden in Darjeeling in the Indian state of West Bengal.

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Darjeeling in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Darjeeling?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Darjeeling's best months are generally March, April, June and November.

What is the weather like in Darjeeling in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 7°C. Rainfall averages about 10mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

What should I pack for Darjeeling in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

What is there to do in Darjeeling in December?+

Popular things to do include Gorkhaland Territorial Administration, St. Paul's School, Darjeeling, Darjeeling and Darjeeling railway station. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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