Dawki in May
Meghalaya, India
Early monsoon rains are already clouding the river that makes Dawki worth visiting
May brings pre-monsoon heat and rain. The Umngot loses its crystal clarity as upstream rain washes sediment.
The May story
May is marginal — the river is still pretty but not the viral-photo clarity. Monsoon approaching.
Why May scores 4.0/10
Weather
Hot. 18-30°C. Rain beginning. River turning greener.
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Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Clarity and photography seekers
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8.0/10 | Dry. 10-22°C. Crystal clear Umngot River at peak clarity. Best month for that "floating boat" photo. |
| February | 8.0/10 | Dry. 11-24°C. Excellent clarity. Warming slightly. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Warming. 14-26°C. River still clear. Pre-monsoon. |
| April | 6.0/10 | Warm. 16-28°C. River clarity good but decreasing. Showers possible. |
| Mayviewing | 4.0/10 | Hot. 18-30°C. Rain beginning. River turning greener. |
| June | 2.0/10 | Monsoon. 20-28°C. River muddy. Heavy rain. |
| July | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. River at flood level. Muddy. |
| August | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. River muddy and high. |
| September | 4.0/10 | Monsoon retreating. River starting to clear. 16-28°C. |
| October | 8.0/10 | Post-monsoon. 14-26°C. River clearing rapidly. Water level dropping. |
| November | 10.0/10 | Dry. 10-24°C. Crystal clear river. Best combination of clarity and green surroundings. |
| December | 8.0/10 | Dry. 8-22°C. Crystal clear. Cool. |
How to reach Dawki
Airport
Shillong (Umroi) — 83km; Guwahati — 195km
Rail
Guwahati — 200km
Access in May
Early monsoon rains are already clouding the river that makes Dawki worth visiting
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