Snowfall in Mussoorie and Where to See Snow This Winter

Quick answer: Snowfall in Mussoorie usually comes between late December and February, most often in January. It is light: a few snowy days in a normal winter, and some winters none. Landour and Lal Tibba get a little more. For snow you can plan around, go higher on our 2-day Nag Tibba Trek.

Mussoorie snow is one of the most popular winter plans from Delhi: it is the closest hill town where you can wake up to a white Mall Road. But the snow is short and not certain. This guide shows when it snows, recent snowfall dates, the best snow spots, the weather, the drive from Delhi and the nearest place where snow is far more reliable.

By Manish Barakoti, Himalaya Shelter. Facts are from our own Mussoorie and trek pages, checked on 30 October 2026. Snow chances are past patterns, not forecasts. Last updated: 31 October 2026.

It usually snows in Mussoorie from late December to February. January is the most likely month, December snow is light and not certain, and February can bring late snow, as it did on 1 February 2024. We found no November or March snow reports in recent winters. Each spell lasts a day or two.

Snowfall in Mussoorie in November

We found no reports of snowfall in Mussoorie in November in recent winters, but November gives clear views and the Winterline, a band of colour on the horizon after sunset.

Mussoorie in December and December End

Mussoorie in December is cold and mostly dry, at about 11 to 14°C by day and 3 to 5°C at night. If snow comes, it is usually late in the month. Mussoorie in December end is also the busiest time of winter, with Christmas and New Year crowds, so book early. For snow over the holidays, see our Christmas and New Year treks from Delhi.

January and February

January is the coldest month and the best bet for snow. February is wetter, so late storms are likely, and some years the first snow comes only then. Snowy days also seem fewer in recent winters, so stay flexible.

In the last five winters, the first snow in Mussoorie came anywhere from about 9 December (2024) to 1 February (2024). The last snowfall in Mussoorie reported by local news was light snow and hail on 29 January 2026, a few days after the first snow of 2026 on 23 January.

Dates as reported by local news. In January 2022, snow also closed the Chamba-Mussoorie road near Kanatal.

Mussoorie Snowfall Today

As of 30 October 2026, no snow has been reported in Mussoorie this season, though Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri got their first snow on 29 October. For Mussoorie snowfall today, check the India Meteorological Department forecast for Dehradun before you travel. We will add new dates to the table above through the winter.

The best Mussoorie snowfall places in town are Landour and Lal Tibba, which sit higher than Mall Road and hold snow a little longer. Gun Hill and the trail to George Everest Peak also turn white after a good spell. For deeper snow, drive about 25 km on to Dhanaulti.

Landour and Lal Tibba

Landour, the quiet old part above town, gets a little more snow than Mall Road. Walk past St Paul's Church to Char Dukan for tea, then up to Lal Tibba, one of the highest points at over 2,258 m.

Gun Hill and Mall Road

Gun Hill (about 2,024 m) is a 20-minute walk from Mall Road, or take the ropeway. Town snow melts fast, so go early. More ideas are in our guide to the best places to visit and treks to do in Mussoorie.

George Everest Peak

The walk starts at Hathipaon, about 6 km from Library Chowk, and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to a 7,350 ft top. From December to February the trail may be covered with snow. See our George Everest trek in Mussoorie.

The best snowfall near Mussoorie is at Dhanaulti (about 25 km away), Surkanda Devi (a short walk up from Kaddukhal, just past Dhanaulti) and Kanatal (2,590 m). All three are higher than Mussoorie and get snow more often. For the most reliable snow, go higher still on a weekend trek.

Mussoorie vs Dhanaulti, Kanatal and Surkanda Devi: Which Gets More Snow?

A Mussoorie Dhanaulti snowfall trip is easy in one day, and Dhanaulti usually has more snow on the ground. Read our guides to places to visit in Dhanaulti and Kanatal, 78 km from Dehradun via Mussoorie. In January and February, heavy snow can block these roads for hours or a day or two.

Our Nag Tibba campsite after a winter snowfall, the nearest trek with reliable snow from Mussoorie

The best time to visit Mussoorie for snowfall is January, with late December and early February next. Keep your dates flexible, watch the forecast, and go a day after a snow spell, when the sky clears and the snow is still on the ground. Avoid the first weekend after snow, when roads jam.

If your dates are fixed, add Dhanaulti or a short trek for the snow, so the trip works even if town stays dry. For other winter towns, see our list of places to visit in Uttarakhand in December.

Nag Tibba is the nearest trek to Mussoorie with snow you can plan around. It is a 2-day, easy trek to a 9,915 ft (3,022 m) summit from Pantwari village, about 55 km from Mussoorie. Snow usually settles from late December, and January has the most.

We pick you up from Prince Chowk in Dehradun and drive 85 km (3 to 4 hours) to Pantwari via Mussoorie and Nainbagh. From December to February, the campsite is about 6 to 11°C by day and -4 to 2°C at night. Microspikes are recommended in winter. See the snow chance by month in our Nag Tibba temperature and weather guide.

Our trekkers on the snowy summit at 9,915 ft

Planning a snow weekend? See Nag Tibba Trek dates, cost and inclusions. It costs ₹3,000 per person + 5% GST.

For Deep Snow: Kedarkantha

For deep snow and a real Himalayan summit, the Kedarkantha Trek is 5 days from Dehradun to a 12,500 ft top, and snow usually covers the trail up to the base camp by the second week of December.

A snowy forest trail on the Kedarkantha trek

Mussoorie is about 250 km from Delhi by road. The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, open since 14 April 2026, covers about 213 km to Dehradun in about 2.5 hours. From Dehradun it is 35 km uphill to Mussoorie, which can take up to 2 hours with traffic.

• By road: the expressway is now the faster road; the old route is about 280 to 290 km and 6 to 7 hours.
• By train: the Shatabdi or Nanda Devi Express takes about 6 hours to Dehradun, then a taxi or bus covers the last 35 km.
• By bus or air: buses run from Kashmiri Gate ISBT to Dehradun, and flights land at Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun.

Yes, if you drive in daylight and take care. The main risk is black ice: melted snow refreezes at night into a thin layer you cannot see, worst on shaded bends early in the morning. Start after the sun has warmed the road and reach your stay before dark.

• Use good tyres and carry snow chains, or hire a local driver who has them. Keep a full tank.
• Around Dhanaulti and Kanatal, police may stop traffic after heavy snow.
• Weekends right after snowfall bring long jams on the narrow roads.
• More tips are in our guide to snowfall in Uttarakhand.

Winter in Mussoorie is cold but bright. India Meteorological Department averages put December at about 13°C by day and 4.5°C at night, January at about 10°C and 3°C, and February at about 11°C and 3°C. After a snow spell, nights drop below zero.

IMD normals for Mussoorie. February is the wettest of the three months, which is why late snow spells often come then.

Clear days between snow spells bring views like this on our weekend trek near Mussoorie

• Walk Landour, Char Dukan and Lal Tibba early, when the snow is fresh.
• Go up Gun Hill and stroll Mall Road in the evening.
• Watch the Winterline glow on the horizon after sunset.
• Drive on to Dhanaulti and Surkanda Devi for deeper snow.

• Thermals, a fleece, and a padded or down jacket with a waterproof shell.
• A woollen cap, neck warmer, waterproof gloves and woollen socks.
• Waterproof shoes with a deep-grip sole; sports shoes slip on snow.
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, a power bank, a torch and cash. For the trek, add gaiters.

For a full list, read our guide to essential clothing for Himalayan winter treks.

Snow in Mussoorie is a lucky bonus; snow on our Nag Tibba Trek is far more likely from late December to February. It is 2 days with pickup from Prince Chowk in Dehradun, at ₹3,000 per person + 5% GST. Send an enquiry from the trek page for winter dates or a private group, or call or WhatsApp us on +91 94583 86006.

Does it snow in Mussoorie?

Yes, but lightly and not every winter. Snow usually falls on a few days between late December and February, most often in January. Landour and Lal Tibba get a little more.

Which month is best to see snowfall in Mussoorie?

January. It is the coldest month, at about 10°C by day and 3°C at night on IMD averages, and most recent snow dates fall in it. Late December and early February come next.

Does it snow in Mussoorie in December?

Sometimes, usually late in the month and lightly. In 2024, light snow came around 9 and 23 December, but in other winters the first snow came only in late January or February.

Will it snow in Mussoorie in January 2027?

No one can say this early. January is the most likely month, but in 2025-26 the first snow came only on 23 January after a long dry spell. Check the IMD forecast before you go.

Where is the best place to see snow in Mussoorie?

Landour and Lal Tibba, the higher part of town, get a little more snow than Mall Road. For more snow, drive about 25 km to Dhanaulti or on to Surkanda Devi.

Is snowfall guaranteed in Mussoorie?

No. At about 2,005 m, Mussoorie gets light snow on only a few days in a normal winter, and some winters none. For snow you can plan around, go higher on a weekend trek.

Mussoorie or Dhanaulti: which gets more snow?

Dhanaulti. It is about 25 km beyond Mussoorie and a little higher, at about 2,250 m, so it gets snow more often. Surkanda Devi and Kanatal, higher still, get more again.

How far is Mussoorie from Delhi, and how long does it take?

About 250 km: about 213 km on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to Dehradun, which takes about 2.5 hours, then 35 km uphill, which can take up to 2 hours with traffic.

What is the temperature in Mussoorie in January?

IMD averages put January at about 10°C by day and 3°C at night, and the record low is -5.0°C. After snow, roads can freeze in the morning.

Where can I see sure snow near Mussoorie?

On the Nag Tibba trek: 2 easy days from Pantwari, about 55 km from Mussoorie, to a 9,915 ft summit, with snow usually on top from late December to February. It costs ₹3,000 per person + 5% GST.