Dehing Patkai National Park
National Park Assam rainforest park protecting rich biodiversity
Lowland rainforest in eastern Assam that shelters elephants, hornbills and gibbons; visitors come for guided forest treks, riverine birdwatching and trips that combine wildlife viewing with visits to nearby tea areas.
Dehing Patkai National Park is a protected rainforest area in Assam, India, known for its tropical lowland forest and biodiversity. It is part of a larger complex of forested habitats in eastern Assam.
The area was long recognised for its forest value and wildlife; it has been subject to conservation measures and protected-area designations in recent decades to conserve remaining lowland rainforest. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection and managing human pressures.
The park lies in eastern Assam, in the upper Brahmaputra valley region, within reach of regional towns in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts. The landscape is lowland riverine forest and wetland mosaic.
- Lowland rainforest and biodiversity: Represents one of the few remaining tracts of lowland tropical rainforest in Assam and is recognised for high biodiversity, including populations of Asian elephant and other large mammals.
How to Get to Dehing Patkai National Park #
The nearest major towns are Dibrugarh and Tinsukia; from there travellers typically arrange road transport and guides to park entry points. Regional airports serve Dibrugarh with onward road connections to the park.
Tips for Visiting Dehing Patkai National Park #
- Dehing Patkai spans dense rainforest and remote terrain - guided jungle treks are recommended for safety and interpretation.
- The region is best explored during the dry season; wet-season trails can be treacherous and some areas may be closed.
Best Time to Visit Dehing Patkai National Park #
Visit during the dry season (October-April) for the safest and most rewarding experience; local guides and permits are recommended.
Weather & Climate near Dehing Patkai National Park #
Dehing Patkai National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2500 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (337 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (351 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (492 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (401 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (271 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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