August weather forecast
Darjeeling, India

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Weather in August

August in Darjeeling resembles the weather patterns of July, with rainfall and humidity continuing to dominate. This month provides an abundance of greenery and the cloudbursts often end in stunning rainbows. Despite the showers, the climate becomes gradually less humid towards the end of the month, signaling the arrival of the post-monsoon phase. All in all, the month is typified by monsoon showers enhancing the enigmatic charm of the hill station.

Temperature

August's presence in Darjeeling, India, records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F), closely mirroring July's climate. Darjeeling usually reports an average low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F) during the month of August.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In August, in Darjeeling, the rain falls for 30.8 days. Throughout August, 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Darjeeling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 230.4 days and collects up to 2477mm (97.52") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Darjeeling, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Darjeeling, India, is 13h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Darjeeling, India, the average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Darjeeling in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Darjeeling, records 24.9°C (76.8°F), while the low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F).

What are the most humid months in Darjeeling?

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Darjeeling, India.

What is the average humidity in August in Darjeeling?

The average relative humidity in August in Darjeeling is 84%.

How much does it rain in Darjeeling in August?

In August, in Darjeeling, India, the rain falls for 30.8 days. Throughout August, 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Darjeeling?

March through November are months without snowfall in Darjeeling, India.

How many hours of daylight does Darjeeling have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Darjeeling?

On the first day of August in Darjeeling, India, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Darjeeling have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Darjeeling?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Darjeeling, India, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Darjeeling, India

Average temperature in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Darjeeling, India

Average pressure in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average pressure in August: 1006.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Darjeeling, India

Average wind speed in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average wind speed in August: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Darjeeling, India

Average humidity in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (43%).

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Average rainfall in August
Darjeeling, India

Average rainfall in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average rainfall in August: 387mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (525mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Darjeeling, India

Average rainfall days in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Darjeeling, India

Average snowfall in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Darjeeling, India

Average snowfall days in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Darjeeling, India

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Darjeeling, India

Average sunshine days in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

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Average UV index in August
Darjeeling, India

Average UV index in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Darjeeling, India

Average cloud cover in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average cloud cover in August: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in August
Darjeeling, India

Average visibility in August - Darjeeling, India
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

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