West Bengal
Kalimpong weather by month
Average temperature and rainfall for every month in Kalimpong (about 1,250 m above sea level), from India Meteorological Department climate normals, 1991–2020. These are long-term averages to help you pick when to travel, not a forecast. For today's weather, check the IMD forecast.
Best time to visit Kalimpong
October to May is the best time. Spring brings orchids and flowering nurseries, and autumn has the clearest skies. From June to September the roads via the Teesta valley are often hit by landslides.
Kalimpong temperature and rainfall
| Month | Day high | Night low | Rain | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 7°C | 16 mm | Cool, mostly dry |
| February | 17°C | 8°C | 20 mm | Cool, mostly dry |
| March | 21°C | 11°C | 27 mm | Mild, mostly dry |
| April | 24°C | 14°C | 86 mm | Mild, some rain |
| May | 25°C | 15°C | 153 mm | Warm, wet |
| June | 26°C | 16°C | 350 mm | Warm, wet |
| July | 25°C | 17°C | 628 mm | Warm, heavy monsoon rain |
| August | 26°C | 18°C | 458 mm | Warm, heavy monsoon rain |
| September | 25°C | 16°C | 330 mm | Warm, wet |
| October | 24°C | 14°C | 63 mm | Mild, some rain |
| November | 21°C | 11°C | 5 mm | Mild, mostly dry |
| December | 18°C | 9°C | 6 mm | Cool, mostly dry |
Kalimpong weather in January
In January, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 16°C and a night-time low of about 7°C, with around 16 mm of rain over the month (cool, mostly dry).
Kalimpong weather in February
In February, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 17°C and a night-time low of about 8°C, with around 20 mm of rain over the month (cool, mostly dry).
Kalimpong weather in March
In March, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 21°C and a night-time low of about 11°C, with around 27 mm of rain over the month (mild, mostly dry).
Kalimpong weather in April
In April, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 24°C and a night-time low of about 14°C, with around 86 mm of rain over the month (mild, some rain).
Kalimpong weather in May
In May, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 25°C and a night-time low of about 15°C, with around 153 mm of rain over the month (warm, wet).
Kalimpong weather in June
In June, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 26°C and a night-time low of about 16°C, with around 350 mm of rain over the month (warm, wet).
Kalimpong weather in July
In July, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 25°C and a night-time low of about 17°C, with around 628 mm of rain over the month (warm, heavy monsoon rain).
Kalimpong weather in August
In August, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 26°C and a night-time low of about 18°C, with around 458 mm of rain over the month (warm, heavy monsoon rain).
Kalimpong weather in September
In September, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 25°C and a night-time low of about 16°C, with around 330 mm of rain over the month (warm, wet).
Kalimpong weather in October
In October, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 24°C and a night-time low of about 14°C, with around 63 mm of rain over the month (mild, some rain).
Kalimpong weather in November
In November, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 21°C and a night-time low of about 11°C, with around 5 mm of rain over the month (mild, mostly dry).
Kalimpong weather in December
In December, Kalimpong averages a daytime high of about 18°C and a night-time low of about 9°C, with around 6 mm of rain over the month (cool, mostly dry).
Kalimpong weather: common questions
+What is the best time to visit Kalimpong?
October to May is the best time. Spring brings orchids and flowering nurseries, and autumn has the clearest skies. From June to September the roads via the Teesta valley are often hit by landslides.
+What is the coldest month in Kalimpong?
January, with night-time lows of about 7°C and daytime highs around 16°C. Pack warm layers for the evenings.
+When is the monsoon in Kalimpong?
Heavy rain falls from June to September, peaking in July at around 628 mm. Kalimpong gets about 2,142 mm of rain a year, almost all of it in those months.
+What is the weather in Kalimpong today?
The figures on this page are long-term monthly averages, not a forecast. For today's weather and the next few days, check the India Meteorological Department forecast (mausam.imd.gov.in) before you travel.
Where to stay in Kalimpong
Last reviewed September 2026. Permit rules, park dates, fares and road conditions change, so confirm locally before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.