Winter Arrives Early and Fierce. In the Abode of the Gods.
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| Mount Abu Abode of the Gods |
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| –2°C on November 18, Per kind favour, Anil Babbars' Den |
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| –6°C on November 19. |
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| –2°C on November, 20Nov. |
This year, every sign pointed toward an early winter in Mount Abu — and nature did not disappoint. Unseasonal, persistent rainfall through the late monsoon, coupled with the early arrival of migratory birds, hinted at a significant shift in seasonal patterns. Temperatures started falling before October's end, and by mid-November, the cold intensified.
For the first time in over a decade, November has witnessed temperatures plunging well below freezing. The temperature readings showed that Mount Abu was –2°C on November 18, then plummeted to –6°C on November 19. Consequently, the IMD announced a yellow alert for a cold wave in multiple Rajasthan districts, including Mount Abu.
What’s Behind This Intense Cold?
The sharp drop results from a potent combination:
Icy northwesterly winds are sweeping in from North India
The broader climatic influence of La Niña, a global weather phenomenon known to intensify winter chills across the subcontinent
Together, these forces have turned Mount Abu into one of the coldest pockets of western India this season.
The Frosty Illusion: No, It’s Not Snow
Every winter brings the familiar flurry of viral posts and excited reports proclaiming:
“Snowfall in Mount Abu!”
“Abu turns white!”
While these headlines make for irresistible tourism bait, the truth is simpler — and yet, no less magical. It does not snow in Mount Abu.
What visitors see coating the fields and meadows in white is frost — frozen dew and moisture that crystallise overnight. By dawn, Mount Abu transforms into a glistening, snow-like wonderland. It’s a natural illusion that captures imaginations and camera lenses alike.
This shimmering frost has become one of Abu’s most beloved winter charms, drawing tourists eager to experience the chill and photograph scenes that look as though they belong somewhere in the Himalayas.
A Winter Filled With Warmth
During these frosty mornings and crisp, echoing nights, Mount Abu feels both ancient and alive. Woollen caps, colourful mufflers, steaming cups of tea, and cheerful chatter appear everywhere. Winter does not visit here — it settles in with quiet dignity.
In this Abode of the Gods, the frost glitters like snow, and warmth comes not just from bonfires, but from the generous spirit of the people who call this hill station home.
A Thought to Ponder: What If It Snowed?
Pause for a moment and imagine the scene — real snowfall in Mount Abu.
The history it would make.
The frenzy it would trigger.
Tourism would skyrocket. Newspapers, TV channels, and social media would erupt with excitement. For Rajasthan, Mount Abu would shine like the Star of Bethlehem, guiding visitors from across the country to witness the miracle on the hill.
Until then, the frost will continue to work its quiet magic — turning Mount Abu into a winter spectacle of its own.
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