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Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, sits in the Doon Valley at about 450m between the Shivalik Hills and the Mussoorie range. It’s a working state capital and education hub, home to the Indian Military Academy and the Forest Research Institute, and it doubles as the gateway to Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar. The city gets about 2,050mm of rain a year, mostly in the July to September monsoon, with hot dry summers and cool foggy winters.
Welcome to Dehradun
Dehradun is the largest city in the Uttarakhand hills, with roughly 800,000 people in the city and over 1.5 million across the district. It lies 250km north of New Delhi and 35km below Mussoorie, so most travelers use it as a launch point for the hill stations and pilgrimage towns of the state. The city itself is flat and easy to navigate along Rajpur Road, with the old bazaar quarter at its center and the Tibetan quarter of Clement Town to the southwest.
Dehradun Weather at a Glance
Dehradun has a humid subtropical climate. Summers run hot and dry from April to June, with May peaking at 36°C (97°F). The monsoon arrives in late June and dumps 525mm to 560mm of rain in July and August, the wettest months. Winters are cool, with January lows of 5°C (41°F) and frequent morning fog. The best months to visit are October to November and February to April, when days sit between 20°C and 30°C and rain is under 60mm a month.
The full month-by-month numbers, with rainfall, humidity, and sunshine for every month of the year, are in the Dehradun weather by month guide.
Dehradun Seasons: A Snapshot
- Winter (December to February): 5°C to 21°C, foggy mornings, quiet and affordable.
- Spring (March to April): 12°C to 33°C, Holi and the Jhanda Mela, clear skies.
- Summer (May to June): 21°C to 36°C, hot and dry, the Mussoorie rush.
- Monsoon (July to September): 22°C to 31°C, 525mm to 560mm monthly rain, green valley.
- Autumn (October to November): 10°C to 29°C, clear and dry, the best weather of the year.
Dehradun Travel Guides
- Dehradun Weather by Month: monthly temperatures, rainfall, and humidity for every season.
- Best Time to Visit Dehradun: the best dates for weather, prices, crowds, and the big festivals.
- Things to Do in Dehradun: the FRI, Robber’s Cave, monasteries, and Mussoorie day trips with hours and prices.
- Dehradun Events and Festivals: the Jhanda Mela, Holi, Bissu Mela, and the winter fairs.
- Dehradun Neighborhoods: Paltan Bazaar, Rajpur Road, Clement Town, and the institutional belt.
- Where to Stay in Dehradun: hotels by area and budget, from ₹800 station rooms to resort suites.
- Dehradun Travel Tips and FAQ: the airport, train and bus links, visa, money, tipping, and safety.
Where to Stay in Dehradun
Dehradun’s hotels split across the central Rajpur Road and Pacific Mall zone, the budget Paltan Bazaar and railway station quarter, and the resort belt toward Mussoorie. The full area-by-area breakdown with hotels at every price point is in the where to stay in Dehradun guide, and the Dehradun neighborhoods guide maps each zone.
Suggested Hotels in Dehradun
Hyatt Regency Dehradun Resort and Spa
A five-star foothills resort with mountain views, a full spa, an outdoor pool, and three restaurants. Best for couples and families who want a resort stay rather than a city base. Check rates and availability
Lemon Tree Hotel, Dehradun
A four-star perched above the Pacific Mall on Rajpur Road, with the Citrus Cafe restaurant and a fitness center. Best for shoppers and families who want a mall at their doorstep. Check rates and availability
Le Roi Dehradun at Dehradun Railway Station
A three-star directly at the railway station with a 9.1 guest rating. Best for transit travelers and solo visitors who want a comfortable, well-located budget stay. Check rates and availability
Dehradun Quick Facts
- Elevation: about 450m (1,480 ft) in the Doon Valley.
- Annual rainfall: about 2,050mm, concentrated in July and August.
- Warmest month: May at 36°C (97°F). Coolest: January at 5°C (41°F).
- Wettest months: July (525mm) and August (560mm).
- Nearest hill station: Mussoorie, 35km north.
- Airport: Jolly Grant (DED), 24km east. Station: Dehradun (DDN).
