The short answer
When to go to Gorumara
November to March is the best window for Gorumara, with dry, clear weather and parks fully open; December to February is coolest and best for older travellers, though safari mornings are cold. April and May are humid with showers, and the monsoon from June to mid-September brings very heavy rain and park closures. Climate figures are from Jalpaiguri, the nearest station with a published table.
Month by month
Gorumara weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 11°C | 9 mm | Cool and dry; best for safaris | |
| February | 27°C | 13°C | 16 mm | Mild and dry; good visibility | |
| March | 30°C | 17°C | 35 mm | Warming; parks still open | |
| April | 32°C | 21°C | 119 mm | Pre-monsoon showers and humidity | |
| May | 32°C | 23°C | 332 mm | Heavy rain and humidity | |
| June | 32°C | 25°C | 628 mm | Monsoon; parks close from 16 June | |
| July | 32°C | 26°C | 917 mm | Monsoon; Gorumara and Chapramari closed | |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 624 mm | Monsoon; parks closed | |
| September | 32°C | 25°C | 511 mm | Gorumara reopens 15 Sep; very wet | |
| October | 32°C | 22°C | 154 mm | Rains ease; lush forest | |
| November | 29°C | 17°C | 7 mm | Dry and clear; season opens | |
| December | 26°C | 13°C | 3 mm | Cool, dry and pleasant |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Gorumara seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool and dry; best for safaris
- February: Mild and dry; good visibility
- November: Dry and clear; season opens
- December: Cool, dry and pleasant
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming; parks still open
- October: Rains ease; lush forest
Possible, with planning: April
- April: Pre-monsoon showers and humidity
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June and September
- May: Heavy rain and humidity
- June: Monsoon; parks close from 16 June
- September: Gorumara reopens 15 Sep; very wet
Closed or largely inaccessible: July and August
- July: Monsoon; Gorumara and Chapramari closed
- August: Monsoon; parks closed
Useful answers
Best time to visit Gorumara: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Gorumara?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Gorumara, with March and October also good. November to March is the best window for Gorumara, with dry, clear weather and parks fully open; December to February is coolest and best for older travellers, though safari mornings are cold. April and May are humid with showers, and the monsoon from June to mid-September brings very heavy rain and park closures. Climate figures are from Jalpaiguri, the nearest station with a published table.
Which months should I avoid in Gorumara with elderly parents?
May, June, September, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Heavy rain and humidity Monsoon; parks close from 16 June
When does it rain most in Gorumara?
July is the wettest month, with about 917 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is August, with average highs around 33°C.