Dooars and the Terai · month by month
July
Tip for July
Do not plan a Dooars wildlife trip in July; come back from October.
Prices and crowds
Lowest rates of the year at the few properties that stay open.
Where to go in July
Arrive at NJP or Bagdogra, then find the right jeep
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Good to know
Is July a good time to visit Dooars and the Terai?
Peak monsoon. Parks are closed, rivers flood, and the road to Totopara and some forest villages can be cut for days. Landslides affect the hill roads to Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Sikkim. Siliguri itself works as normal and is the place to sit out a blocked road. Tea plucking is at its height in the gardens.
What is the weather like in Dooars and the Terai in July?
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 July?
We suggest Siliguri (NJP and Bagdogra). Do not plan a Dooars wildlife trip in July; come back from October.