Darjeeling guide
Darjeeling, West Bengal, India

Darjeeling in January

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Darjeeling are March, April, June and November. In January, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
6°C
Rainfall
31 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
Planning January?
Get a day-by-day Darjeeling plan with a map and budget, free.
Plan my trip

Weather and what to pack

In January, Darjeeling is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 6°C with about 31mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Darjeeling in January

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Local food tour of Darjeeling
Taste the signature dishes of Darjeeling.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

Want these arranged into days? See the full 3 days Darjeeling itinerary →

Darjeeling in January: FAQ

Is January 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 January?+

Expect average temperatures around 6°C. Rainfall averages about 31mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Darjeeling in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Darjeeling in January?+

Popular things to do include Local food tour of Darjeeling and Central market & street-food lunch. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

Darjeeling in other months

Other destinations