Darjeeling in February
Good time to visit
Still cold but marginally warmer than January with excellent visibility. Good compromise between weather and crowd levels.
Weather
February stays dry and clear with slightly warmer days than January. Mornings remain freezing cold but afternoons are comfortable for walking around Mall Road. Still virtually no rain, just occasional morning mist.
14°C high4°C low2 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$48/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Losar (Tibetan New Year)
- •Saraswati Puja celebrations
February Tips
- •Best month for unobstructed Himalayan photography
- •Tea gardens start showing new growth - great for plantation visits
- •Book toy train rides early morning to avoid afternoon crowds
All Months
March to May brings clear mountain views and blooming rhododendrons. Temperatures hover around 15-20°C during the day, perfect for walking around. This is peak tourist season though, so book accommodation early and expect crowds at Tiger Hill.
October and November offer the clearest Himalayan views of the year. Post-monsoon skies mean you'll actually see Kanchenjunga most mornings. Weather stays pleasant at 10-18°C, and tourist numbers drop after Durga Puja.
Avoid June through September unless you enjoy monsoon mist that blocks all mountain views. The toy train often stops running, roads get slippery, and you'll spend more time indoors than exploring tea gardens.
December through February gets cold – think 2-8°C – but also brings fewer tourists and lower hotel rates. Pack warm clothes and you might catch snow on the peaks.
Darjeeling Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
6/10
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