Darjeeling Hills · month by month
August
Tip for August
Check road status every evening before a travel day and avoid driving after dark in rain.
Prices and crowds
Deep off-season rates; book refundable rooms in case roads close.
Where to go in August
Tea, toy trains and Kangchenjunga from the Mall
Tea gardens, Netaji's house and the train in the bazaar
India's highest railway station, Batasia Loop and an old monastery
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Good to know
Is August a good time to visit Darjeeling Hills?
August is still monsoon. Roads are slow, views are rare and the high trails are closed. Darjeeling's museums, monasteries and cafés stay open, and the town feels like a local place again. It suits travellers who like rain, books and tea at a window, and who do not mind changing plans at short notice.
What is the weather like in Darjeeling Hills in August?
Darjeeling 15–20 °C, heavy rain, landslides. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Darjeeling Hills in August?
We suggest Darjeeling, Kurseong, Ghum. Check road status every evening before a travel day and avoid driving after dark in rain.