Mawlynnong in December
Meghalaya, India
December's dry season means the famous waterfalls run thin, diminishing Mawlynnong's main draw
December is cool but dry. Very few tourists. Christmas atmosphere in the predominantly Christian Khasi Hills.
The December story
December Mawlynnong is peaceful and cold. Good for those combining with Shillong Christmas trip.
Why December scores 6.0/10
Weather
Cool 5-18°C. Dry. Quiet.
What to do in Mawlynnong this December
- 1Early morning waterfall visits while water levels are still reasonable
- 2Root bridge and sky walk at their driest
- 3Walk the immaculately clean village
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Holiday explorers
Who should think twice
- ✗Those expecting waterfalls at full volume
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6.0/10 | Cool 8-18°C. Dry. Village pristine. Few tourists. |
| February | 6.0/10 | Cool 9-19°C. Dry. Pleasant. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Warming 10-22°C. Spring green. Pleasant. Good photo conditions. |
| April | 8.0/10 | Pleasant 12-24°C. Peak season. Green and beautiful. |
| May | 6.0/10 | Warm 14-24°C. Pre-monsoon showers. Green. |
| June | 2.0/10 | Monsoon. 16-22°C. Heavy rain. Village still clean but access difficult. |
| July | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. 16-22°C. Very heavy rain. |
| August | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. 16-22°C. |
| September | 4.0/10 | Monsoon retreating. 14-22°C. Rain decreasing. |
| October | 10.0/10 | Post-monsoon. 10-22°C. Clear, green, perfect conditions. |
| November | 8.0/10 | Clear. 8-20°C. Dry. Good conditions. |
| Decemberviewing | 6.0/10 | Cool 5-18°C. Dry. Quiet. |
What to pack for December
- ▸Warm jacket for 5–18°C
- ▸Hat and sunglasses
- ▸Hiking boots
- ▸Water bottle
- ▸Light rain jacket
Nearby in Meghalaya scoring high in December
How to reach Mawlynnong
Airport
Shillong (Umroi) — 92km; Guwahati — 185km
Rail
Guwahati — 185km
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