Is July a good time to visit Mahabaleshwar?

Mahabaleshwar scores 1/5 in July. Peak monsoon — most attractions closed. Dense fog.

Is Mahabaleshwar safe for kids in July?

Yes, Mahabaleshwar is rated 5/5 for families.

July · Maharashtra

Mahabaleshwar

1/5 · Avoid

1/5

Avoid

Mahabaleshwar in July

Maharashtra, India

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Peak monsoon — most attractions closed. Dense fog

Why July scores 1/5

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Weather

Peak monsoon — most attractions closed. Dense fog

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Roads & Access

self drive: Standard car fine. Ghat road manageable but slow.. road condition: Wai-Mahabaleshwar ghat road is narrow and winding. Good condition but needs careful driving.. public transport: State buses from Pune and Mumbai. Limited frequency.. from nearest city: Pune — 120km (3hrs via Wai ghat). Mumbai — 260km (5-6hrs). last km difficulty: easy

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Safety & Emergency

Safety: 4/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Mahabaleshwar Police Station. nearest hospital: Government Hospital, Mahabaleshwar. Satara District Hospital (60km) for serious cases

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Network

JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Decent 4G in town. Patchy at remote viewpoints.

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Kids

Kid-friendly (5/5) — Flat terrain for strollers in town, Strawberry farm visits are kid-friendly, Horse riding available, Cool climate year-round, MTDC and private resorts have play areas

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Elevation

1,353m — Low altitude, no issues

Who should go

✓First-time travelers
✓Senior citizens
✓Families with children
✓Remote workers (network available)

Who should think twice

✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist

All 12 Months

Month	Score	Note
January	4/5	Cool 8-24°C. Strawberry season. Clear valley views
February	4/5	Pleasant weather. Strawberry farms in full production
March	4/5	Warming up but still comfortable. Strawberry season continues
April	3/5	Getting hot during day. Manageable with elevation
May	2/5	Hot and humid. Pre-monsoon. Not ideal
June	1/5	Heavy monsoon — viewpoints closed, landslide risk on ghat roads
Julyviewing	1/5	Peak monsoon — most attractions closed. Dense fog
August	1/5	Monsoon continues — dangerous driving, limited activities
September	3/5	Monsoon receding. Waterfalls still active. Green everywhere
October	5/5	Post-monsoon perfection — lush green, clear views, strawberry season begins
November	5/5	Excellent weather. Peak strawberry season. Views are stunning
December	5/5	Cool 6-22°C. Holiday season. Book ahead

Practical Details

How to reach

Pune — 120km (3hrs via Wai ghat). Mumbai — 260km (5-6hrs). Roads: Wai-Mahabaleshwar ghat road is narrow and winding. Good condition but needs careful driving.. Self-drive: Standard car fine. Ghat road manageable but slow.. Public transport: State buses from Pune and Mumbai. Limited frequency.. Last stretch: easy

Elevation

1,353m

Difficulty

easy

Budget tier

mid-range