Meghalaya in Monsoon 2027: Weather, What's Open & Travel Tips
For waterfall lovers who don't mind rain: the falls are at their biggest, but views and Dawki suffer.
Cherrapunji and Mawsynram are among the wettest places on earth, and the monsoon is when Meghalaya's waterfalls are at full power. July and August are the wettest months, with fog, slippery trails and the odd landslide. Boating at Dawki is often suspended when the Umngot runs high and muddy; the clear water returns from October. Hotels are cheaper and the hills are intensely green.
Updated · Breeziah Travel, Guwahati
Meghalaya weather in Monsoon (June–September)
Typical daytime temperatures for Shillong (about 1,500 m); they vary year to year.
| Month | Temp | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June Monsoon arrives; waterfalls swell | 17–24 °C | Very wet | Okay | Monsoon arrives; waterfalls swell |
| July Heaviest rain; fog and slippery trails | 18–24 °C | Very wet | Avoid | Heaviest rain; fog and slippery trails |
| August Very wet; landslides possible | 18–24 °C | Very wet | Avoid | Very wet; landslides possible |
| September Rain easing; lush and green | 17–23 °C | Wet | Okay | Rain easing; lush and green |
What's good
- Nohkalikai, Seven Sisters and Elephant Falls at full flow
- Cloud drifting through the valleys around Cherrapunji
- Lower hotel rates and fewer visitors
- Behdienkhlam festival in Jowai in July
What to watch for
- Heavy rain and fog can hide viewpoints for hours
- Dawki boating is often closed and the water isn't clear
- Trails to the root bridges are slippery; go with a guide
- Occasional landslides on hill roads; keep plans flexible
Things to do
- Cherrapunji's waterfalls, timed for breaks in the cloud
- Mawsmai and Arwah caves
- Mawlynnong and the Riwai root bridge
- Our monsoon waterfalls tour, built around flexible timings
What to pack
- Good rain jacket and an umbrella
- Quick-dry clothes and spare socks
- Shoes with grip (or sandals for trails)
- Dry bags for phones and cameras
Festivals
- Behdienkhlam (Jowai)July
Meghalaya trips for Monsoon (June–September)
Private on your dates; we adjust the route to the season and road conditions.
Showing 28 of 28 Meghalaya packages
6D/5N6-Day Cloudland Tour
4.349 reviews
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹16,999
7D/6NMeghalaya with Kaziranga Wildlife Tour
4.896 reviews
- 1N Kaziranga
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- +2
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹17,999
7D/6NEnchanting Meghalaya Escape – 7 Days of Hills, Waterfalls & Wonders
4.575 reviews
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shillong
- +2
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹17,999
7D/6NMeghalaya Uncovered: Caves, Waterfalls & Crystal Rivers – 7D6N Journey
4.765 reviews
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
- +2
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹18,999
8D7N8D7N Meghalaya Explorer with Wari Chora Canyon
4.651 reviews
- 2N Wari Chora
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- +2
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹23,599
5D/4N5 Days Magical Meghalaya Tour
4.650 reviews
- 1N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹14,999
4D3NScotland of the East Getaway – 4 Days Meghalaya Tour
439 reviews
- 1N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹12,999
2D/1NDawki & Shnongpdeng Riverside Camping – 2 Days from Guwahati
- 1N Shnongpdeng
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹5,499
3D/2NNongriat Double-Decker Root Bridge Trek – 3 Days from Guwahati, Meghalaya
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Nongriat
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹8,999
3D/2NShillong & Cherrapunji Weekend Getaway – 3 Days from Guwahati
- 2N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹9,999
4D/3NNext: 19 NovShillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Group Trip – 4 Days
- 3N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹12,999
4D/3NJaintia Hills Tour: Jowai, Krang Suri & Nartiang – 4 Days in Meghalaya
- 2N Jowai
- 1N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹14,499
5D/4NMeghalaya Monsoon Waterfalls Tour – 5 Days (June to September)
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹14,999
5D/4NShillong, Cherrapunji & Kamakhya – 5 Days in Meghalaya & Guwahati
- 1N Guwahati
- 3N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹15,999
6D/5NNext: 5 DecMeghalaya Group Trip – 6 Days of Root Bridges, Waterfalls & Riverside Camping
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shnongpdeng
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹16,999
5D/4NRomantic Meghalaya Couple Getaway – 5 Days Honeymoon Package
- 1N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹17,999
6D/5NMeghalaya Family Tour – 6 Days at an Easy Pace
- 2N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹18,999
5D/4NMeghalaya for Senior Citizens – 5 Days, No Treks
- 4N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹19,999
6D/5NShillong & Kaziranga Couple Getaway – 6 Days of Rhinos, Waterfalls & Valleys
- 2N Kaziranga
- 1N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹19,999
5D/4NChristmas & New Year in Shillong – 5 Days in Meghalaya
- 4N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹21,999
6D/5NGaro Hills Tour: Nokrek, Siju & Balpakram – 6 Days in Meghalaya
- 2N Tura
- 1N Siju
- 1N Baghmara
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹24,999
- 10D/9N
Best of Northeast India – 10 Days: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Kaziranga & Tawang
- 1N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shillong
- +5
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹32,999
10D/9NGrand Meghalaya: Khasi, Jaintia & Garo Hills – 10 Days
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Dawki
- +4
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹34,999
10D/9NMeghalaya & Tawang – 10 Days: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki, Sela Pass & Tawang
- 1N Shillong
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shillong
- +4
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹38,999
- 12D/11N
Assam, Meghalaya & Arunachal – 12 Days: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Kaziranga & Tawang
- 1N Shillong
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shillong
- +5
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹44,999
5D/4NLuxury Meghalaya Honeymoon – 5 Days at Umiam, Cherrapunji & Shillong
- 1N Umiam Lake
- 1N Cherrapunji
- 2N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹48,999
6D/5NLuxury Meghalaya Tour – 6 Days of Lakeside & Cliff-Edge Resorts
- 2N Umiam Lake
- 2N Cherrapunji
- 1N Shillong
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹54,999
8D/7NLuxury Meghalaya & Kaziranga – 8 Days of Resorts, Waterfalls & Rhino Safaris
- 2N Kaziranga
- 1N Umiam Lake
- 2N Cherrapunji
- +1
Starts and ends in Guwahati
From, per adult₹69,999
Questions about Meghalaya in Monsoon (June–September)
Is it good to visit Meghalaya in monsoon?
Yes, if you come for the waterfalls and greenery and can be flexible. If you want clear views and Dawki's glass-clear water, come from October to April.
Is Meghalaya safe in July?
Generally yes, with care. Rain is heavy and landslides can delay roads, so we keep drives short, avoid travel in very heavy downpours and keep a buffer day.
Is Dawki open in the monsoon?
The town is, but boating is often suspended when the river is high, and the water isn't clear. It's at its best from November to March.