Mussoorie
Mussoorie is a cool hill town above Dehradun, with a ridge-top promenade, mountain views and a waterfall a short drive away.
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Mussoorie is a hill station in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, on a ridge in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas. Most visitors reach it by road from Dehradun, the nearest large city. British officers founded the town in the 1820s as a retreat from the summer heat of the plains, and its old buildings and churches still stand along the ridge. Mall Road, the main promenade, holds most of the shops, cafés and stalls.
The air stays cool, the ridge walks are the main draw, and on clear mornings the snow-capped peaks come into view. Kempty Falls, a waterfall a short drive below town, is a common day outing. The town suits families, couples and anyone after a short break from the plains. Two or three nights covers the main sights at an unhurried pace. Spring and autumn bring the clearest days and mild temperatures, while the monsoon brings heavy rain that often hides the views.
Mussoorie in five
- Leave Mall Road for the early hoursThe famous stretch gets thick with day-trippers by late morning in summer. Walk it at sunrise or after dinner, and use the back lanes for quieter cafes.
- Book ahead for May and June weekendsDelhi and Punjab families fill hotels on weekends in summer, and the road up from Dehradun jams. Reserve a room well ahead and aim to arrive on a weekday.
- Fly to Dehradun, then take the winding roadJolly Grant airport is the closest, and the drive up takes about 1–1.5 hours when traffic is light. Trains reach Dehradun from Delhi, with onward taxis.
- Add Rishikesh on the way downThe two towns pair well, with Mussoorie for cool air and Rishikesh for the river. Allow a long half-day for the transfer by road.Rishikesh
- Carry a jacket from October to MarchEvenings cool fast, and winter brings cold, fog and the occasional snowfall at the top of the ridge. Check the forecast before you go for weather views.
Things to do in Mussoorie
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Need to know
- Airport
- Jolly Grant, Dehradun; roughly 1.5–2 hours by taxi
- Getting there
- Train to Dehradun, then taxi or bus; Delhi about 6–7 hours by road
- Getting around
- Walking, shared taxis and short steep lanes
- Best base
- Near Mall Road, or Landour for a quieter setting
- Time needed
- 2 days; 3 with Landour walks
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh13°Low4°Cold, fogJanuaryPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 4°
- Precipitation
- 78 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, fog
- FebruaryPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh15°Low5°Cold, clearFebruaryPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 5°
- Precipitation
- 92 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, clear
- MarchPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh19°Low9°Cool, springMarchPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 19°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 103 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, spring
- AprilRain12 rainy daysHigh24°Low13°Mild, busyAprilRain
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 80 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, busy
- MayRain18 rainy daysHigh26°Low16°Peak seasonMayRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 121 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Peak season
- JuneRain22 rainy daysHigh27°Low19°Pre-monsoonJuneRain
Mixed
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 213 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Pre-monsoon
- JulyRain31 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh24°Low19°Heavy rainJulyRain
Poor
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 600 mm
- Rainy days
- 31
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Heavy rain
- AugustRain31 rainy daysHigh24°Low19°MonsoonAugustRain
Poor
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 544 mm
- Rainy days
- 31
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Monsoon
- SeptemberRain26 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh23°Low17°Rain easingSeptemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 287 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Rain easing
- OctoberPartly cloudy10 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh21°Low13°Clear, crispOctoberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 52 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Clear, crisp
- NovemberClear5 rainy daysHigh18°Low9°Cool, clearNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 23 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, clear
- DecemberClear3 rainy daysHigh15°Low6°Cold, fogDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 6°
- Precipitation
- 25 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, fog
Average daily high and low in Mussoorie, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Mussoorie
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 15°
- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
- 1 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 0%
Mussoorie
10:33 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today23°15°0%Tuesday: Clear. High 23°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Wed23°16°0%Wednesday: Clear. High 23°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu22°16°0%Thursday: Clear. High 22°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri22°16°0%Friday: Clear. High 22°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat22°15°0%Saturday: Clear. High 22°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sun21°15°0%Sunday: Clear. High 21°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Mon22°15°0%Monday: Clear. High 22°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 0%.
Updated 07:11 AM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 94.93 INR
Rates from Nov 3, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Rishikeshabout 2.5–3 hours by roadThe river and yoga town, better as an overnight stop than a rush day.Read the guide
- Haridwarabout 3–3.5 hours by roadA pilgrim city on the Ganga reachable by rail from Delhi.Read the guide
- Dehradunabout 1–1.5 hours by roadThe state capital with markets and cafes.
Before you go to Mussoorie
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Rules for Mussoorie, checked
- Most foreign nationals need an Indian visa; check e-Visa eligibility on the official government portal before you book flights.Source
- Hotels register foreign guests at check-in, so keep your passport and visa on hand when you arrive.
- Carrying or buying cannabis, including bhang, is illegal under India's NDPS Act, whatever its local use.
- Dial 112 for police, fire or ambulance; it is the single emergency number across India.
- Check road and landslide warnings before the drive up from Dehradun; the FCDO India advice covers weather and road risks.Source
Plan around Mussoorie
Yoga town and rafting on the Ganga
Read the guideRishikesh in 3 daysA plan to pair with the hill-station trip
Read the guideUttarakhandThe wider state of mountains and shrines
Read the guideAll of IndiaRegions and how to plan the trip
Read the guideIndia e-VisaApply online before arrival in Delhi
Read the guideTravel insuranceCover for hill roads and change fees
Read the guideMussoorie FAQ
How many days do you need in Mussoorie?
Two days are enough for Mall Road, a viewpoint and a Landour walk. Three work if you want to read, hike and linger. A single day from Dehradun is a rush.
What is the best time to visit Mussoorie?
March to May and September to November give the clearest air and mild days. June is busy and hot in the plains. July and August are wet, and winter is cold with fog.
Is Mussoorie worth visiting?
Yes for cool air and old-hill-station charm, less so if you want wild peaks nearby. Climbers and trekkers usually go farther into Uttarakhand, and Mussoorie works as a gentle first stop.
How far is Mussoorie from Rishikesh?
About 80 km by road, or roughly 2.5–3 hours with hill traffic. Many visitors combine both with a night each, as the climate and mood are very different.
Do you need a car in Mussoorie?
Not in the center, where walking is the best way. A taxi helps for Landour, Kempty Falls and the trip back down, and you should confirm pickup the evening before.