The short answer
March to May and October to December for clearer views. The monsoon is wet but very green.
Key facts
- Spring
- Mar to May
- Autumn
- Oct to Dec
- Tea picking
- Spring and autumn
How it works
- March to MaySpring flush and warm days. Rhododendrons bloom on the hills.
- October to DecemberClear skies and an autumn flush, with the best mountain views.
- MonsoonGreen and misty, but wet and slippery on the trails.
Insider tip
Visit during picking season to see the estates working.
Avoid this
Do not expect big mountain views in monsoon.
Related questions
When is tea picked?
Mainly in the spring and autumn flushes.
Are views reliable?
Clearest in late autumn and early winter.
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