Mawlynnong in September
Meghalaya, India
Persistent afternoon showers still soak the village despite monsoon retreat
September sees rain decrease. The village is at peak green. Roads improving.
The September story
Late September can work — lush village, fewer tourists, improving road conditions.
Why September scores 4.0/10
Weather
Monsoon retreating. 14-22°C. Rain decreasing.
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Most visitors (roads still compromised)
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. |
| Septemberviewing | 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. |
| December | 6.0/10 | Cool 5-18°C. Dry. Quiet. |
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