Caution
Mount Abu in May
Rajasthan, India
May is Mount Abu's peak month. Gujarat and Rajasthan empty their cities here. Temperatures at 24-36°C are hot but still 10-15°C cooler than the plains. Every hotel is booked. Nakki Lake is a paddleboat traffic jam. The Summer Festival (usually late May) adds cultural programming—folk dances, boat races, and music events.
The May story
May Mount Abu is crowded, commercial, and—if you embrace it—fun in a distinctly Indian-holiday way. The Summer Festival on Nakki Lake, with decorated boats and evening cultural shows, captures Rajasthan's festive spirit. The Dilwara Temples, despite crowds, remain transcendent: the marble carvings are simply too extraordinary for even a busy day to diminish. For escape within the escape, take the Guru Shikhar drive early morning—the road is empty at 6 AM and the summit viewpoint is peaceful before tour buses arrive at 10. The Wildlife Sanctuary's morning safaris offer genuine wildlife sighting potential. May is also peak wedding season, and Mount Abu hosts elaborate Jain weddings at several hotels—the processions through town are colourful spectacles.
Why May scores 2/5
Weather
Hot at 28-38°C — unusual for a hill station. Relief minimal vs plains. Dilwara Temples still worth it indoors.
Roads & Access
self drive: Easy.. road condition: Good.. public transport: Buses from Abu Road.. from nearest city: Udaipur 160km. Abu Road rail 28km.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 4/5. rescue: Standard. helpline: Rajasthan Tourism. ambulance: 108. police station: Mount Abu. nearest hospital: J Watumull Global Hospital. Abu Road 28km.
Network
VI: Yes, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Full coverage.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Dilwara temples mesmerise even kids with the carvings, Nakki Lake boating is gentle and safe, Guru Shikhar highest point — kids like peaks, Cool weather year-round compared to rest of Rajasthan
Elevation
1,220m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Summer Festival attendees wanting maximum Mount Abu energy
- ✓Jain wedding guests needing accommodation recommendations
- ✓Families wanting a packed, activity-rich holiday
Who should think twice
- ✗Solitude and quiet seekers—impossible this month
- ✗Budget travelers—prices peak in May
- ✗Those who dislike crowds at viewpoints and lakes
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Perfect 10-25°C. Rajasthan's only hill station at its best. Dilwara Temples comfortable. Nakki Lake calm. |
| February | 5/5 | Ideal 12-26°C. Clear skies, pleasant walks. Guru Shikhar views excellent. Weekend crowds from Gujarat. |
| March | 4/5 | Warming to 16-30°C. Still pleasant mornings. Afternoons getting warm. Last comfortable window before heat. |
| April | 3/5 | Getting hot 22-35°C. Afternoons uncomfortable outdoors. Morning temple visits still OK. Crowds drop off. |
| Mayviewing | 2/5 | Hot at 28-38°C — unusual for a hill station. Relief minimal vs plains. Dilwara Temples still worth it indoors. |
| June | 2/5 | Pre-monsoon 30-38°C with building humidity. Occasional thunderstorms. Not comfortable for sightseeing. |
| July | 3/5 | Monsoon transforms Aravalli green. 22-30°C. Waterfalls active. Cloudy but atmospheric. Moderate rain. |
| August | 3/5 | Monsoon continues, lush greenery. 22-28°C. Waterfalls at peak. Foggy mornings. Roads OK but wet trails. |
| September | 4/5 | Post-monsoon 20-30°C. Aravallis emerald green. Waterfalls flowing. Humidity dropping. Crowds returning. |
| October | 5/5 | Best month 16-28°C. Post-monsoon clarity. Nakki Lake stunning. Dilwara Temples in golden light. Book ahead. |
| November | 5/5 | Cool clear 12-25°C. Perfect for all sightseeing. Gujarat tourist season peaks. Weekend booking essential. |
| December | 5/5 | Peak winter 8-22°C. Christmas/NY rush from Gujarat. Sunrise at Guru Shikhar magical. Book 2 weeks ahead. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Udaipur 160km. Abu Road rail 28km.. Roads: Good.. Self-drive: Easy.. Public transport: Buses from Abu Road.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
1,220m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
budget
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