Monsoon is one of the most popular times to travel in India, with many people coming out to experience the rain. However, stay safe by avoiding these destinations, as during monsoon “landslides, floods and waterlogging” can happen.
To Avoid health and safety issues, these destinations may not be safe in monsoons
Kinnaur Valley
Kinnaur, a region in Himachal Pradesh, India, is affected by the Indian monsoon
It is best to visit Kinnaur Valley during April to June or after monsoon season. Avoid visiting during the months of July and September, because it can be rainy, windy and unpredictable, which could potentially cause landslides or cloudbursts.
Uttarakhand
The Uttarakhand hills can be dangerous to visit in the monsoon because of heavy rainfall.
When Uttarakhand rains, the snow-capped mountains become dramatically more dangerous and prone to landslides, floods, and cloudbursts. People should stop trekking because of the risks that come with bad weather.
Assam
Avoid traveling to Assam during the monsoon season
Frequent landslides have been happening in Assam this monsoon season. It might be best to avoid visiting Assam, as roads are cut off and casualties have increased because of landslides happening in varying locations. This year too, there has been an increase in the number of casualties because of landslides that have been occurring in various places.
Bihar
The best time to visit Bihar is after the monsoons. This destination is also flood-prone, and unpredictable weather might spoil your vacation plans if not planned accordingly. With major rivers originating from the Himalayas, such as the Burhi, Kosi, Gandak, and Bagmati, these rivers frequently cause large-scale devastation.
If you’re interested in visiting Bihar, the best time to plan your trip is during the months of October and March.
Meghalaya
This region experienced 161% more rain this year, than the previous years and as a result, landslides and highways were blocked. The heavy rains also cut off mobile network connectivity. If you plan on traveling to Meghalaya during the monsoon season, we recommend that you avoid it.
The best time to travel there is during the winter months of November to February.
Darjeeling
Is it safe to visit Darjeeling in monsoon?
During the Darjeeling monsoon season, it rains a lot. The hills are not walk able destinations and thus should be avoided. It is better to visit Darjeeling during the summer, when it is most beautiful.
Mumbai
There is no denying that the scenic beauty of Mumbai is worth a visit during monsoons. But, keep in mind that it increases the difficulties of the people manifold. While local train services mostly come to a halt due to incessant rains, water logging makes traveling from one place to another very difficult.
