Dooars and the Terai · month by month
August
Tip for August
If you want Karam, stay near Chalsa or Malbazar and ask your host which garden is celebrating that year.
Prices and crowds
Very cheap where open; advance Puja bookings for October start now.
Where to go in August
Arrive at NJP or Bagdogra, then find the right jeep
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Good to know
Is August a good time to visit Dooars and the Terai?
Still closed for wildlife. The Karam festival falls in late August or September in the tea gardens, depending on the lunar date, and is the main reason to be here. Expect heavy showers, washed-out roads and leeches. Siliguri's markets fill up before the Puja season.
What is the weather like in Dooars and the Terai in August?
Lataguri 25–32 °C, heavy rain. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Dooars and the Terai in August?
We suggest Siliguri (NJP and Bagdogra). If you want Karam, stay near Chalsa or Malbazar and ask your host which garden is celebrating that year.