Meghalaya in November 2026 — Weather, Festivals & What to Pack
November is the perfect time to visit Meghalaya. Skies are clear, temperatures are comfortable, and most attractions are at their best. Here's the complete on-ground guide — weather data, festivals, what to do, what to pack, what to skip — based on our research and conversations with local operators.
Meghalaya in November: average temperatures 12-24°C, weather crisp autumn — clearest skies of the year. November is the perfect time to visit Meghalaya. Skies are clear, temperatures are comfortable, and most attractions are at their best. Main destinations: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki, Mawlynnong.
Weather in Meghalaya during November
Average temperatures across Meghalaya in November sit around 12-24°C. The general character: crisp autumn — clearest skies of the year.
Shillong sits at 1,525 m altitude; expect cool evenings year-round. Different altitudes within the state will feel noticeably different — coastal/lowland areas can be 10°C warmer than high-altitude passes on the same day.
Festivals and events in Meghalaya in November
- Sangai Festival — November 21-30 in Manipur
- Hornbill Festival prep — Nagaland starts preparing
- Cherry Blossom Festival — early November in Shillong
What to do in Meghalaya in November
Highlight: clearest skies for Himalayan photography, Kaziranga at peak rhino visibility, cherry blossoms in Shillong.
Watch out for: high-altitude evenings genuinely cold; some Tawang routes start snowing.
Key destinations across Meghalaya for this month: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki, Mawlynnong. For a full multi-day itinerary, see our curated Meghalaya tour package → or the in-depth state guides below.
What to pack for Meghalaya in November
warm layers, jacket, woolen cap for high-altitude evenings.
For the full Northeast India packing breakdown by season, see our complete packing guide.
Cost outlook for Meghalaya in November
Peak-season rates apply — expect 30-50% premium on hotels vs shoulder months. Book early. See our complete budget guide for tier-by-tier daily costs.
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Plan your Meghalaya trip for November 2026
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