Weather in Mount Abu

Mount Abu is Rajasthan's only hill station, a forested plateau that offers a cool retreat from the desert heat below and is home to the Dilwara Temples — a complex of Jain temples carved from white marble with a level of detail in the ceilings and pillars that's almost impossible to photograph properly. Nakki Lake at the centre of town is the focus of evening life, with boat rides and a small market loop popular with Indian holidaymakers.

Best areas to stay in Mount Abu

Nakki Lake area

The central lake with boating, a market loop, and the main hub of evening activity.

Dilwara Temples

A cluster of intricately carved Jain marble temples a short drive from the town centre.

Sunset Point

A popular viewpoint over the plateau's edge, busy at dusk for views over the plains.

Guru Shikhar

The highest peak in Rajasthan, with a temple at the summit and panoramic views.

Getting to Mount Abu

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Flights

Fly into Udaipur (UDR) or Ahmedabad (AMD) from the UK via Delhi or Mumbai, then travel by road or rail to Abu Road and onward to Mount Abu (around 1 hour).

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From London

~14–17 hours total journey time from London including connections

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Getting around

The town centre is walkable; taxis and auto-rickshaws cover sights further out like Dilwara and Guru Shikhar.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Mount Abu?

October to June offers pleasant weather, with the cooler months (November–February) most popular for escaping the Rajasthan heat; the monsoon brings lush greenery but heavy rain.

How do I get to Mount Abu?

The nearest railway station is Abu Road, about 1 hour away by taxi or bus, with connections to Ahmedabad, Udaipur, and Jaipur.

What are the Dilwara Temples?

A group of Jain temples dating from the 11th–13th centuries, famous for extraordinarily intricate marble carvings, especially in the ceiling domes.

What is there to do at Nakki Lake?

Boat rides on the lake, a pedestrian market loop around its edge, and sunset views from nearby viewpoints like Sunset Point.

Is Mount Abu busy with tourists?

It's popular with domestic tourists, especially during Indian holiday periods, but remains far less visited by international travellers than other Rajasthan destinations.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

The Dilwara Temples are extraordinary — the marble carving detail in the ceilings is unlike anything else we saw in India. A peaceful, cool break from the desert heat.

Anita R. · December 2024

★★★★☆

Nakki Lake in the evening has a really pleasant, relaxed atmosphere with families out walking and boating. Sunset Point gets busy but the views are worth it.

Steve P. · February 2024

★★★★☆

A nice change of pace after the desert cities — cooler air, forested walks, and the temples alone make it worth the detour from Udaipur.

Meera J. · October 2023