Nainital is lying in the Kumaon Range, Nainital is covered by the Almora district on the north side and the Udham Singh Nagar district on the south side. Pauri Garhwal and Champawat district surrounded it on the western and eastern sides sequentially. The highest peak in Nainital is Bandhan Thali which is at 2623 mts in the hilly region, and it is also known as Krol by geologists. The lower area is named Bhabhar which is obtained from the tall grasses of the region. The major facts of the Nainital district are: Geographical Area (4251 sq. km), Altitude(1938m), Latitude(29.38 degrees north), Longitude(79.45 degrees East), Languages spoken(Hindi, Garhwali, Kumauni). The most ideal time to explore Nainital is between March to June. Places for sightseeing in Nainital are Naini Lake, Snow View Point, Mall Road, Tiffin Top, Eco Cave Gardens, High Altitude Zoo, Naina Devi Temple, and many more. The 7 Taals of Nainital are Bhimtal, Sattal, Khurpatal, Malwatal, Naukuchiatal, Malwatal, Harishtal and Lokhamtal.

Best Time to Visit Nainital

Nainital is a destination where you can visit in any month of the year, But the most ideal time and when most of the tourists travel is in March to June and if you want to see and enjoy the snowfall then December is the most approachable month. The maximum and minimum temperature from March to June is 22 degrees Celsius and 15 degrees Celsius respectively. 

Nainital in Summer 

Nainital in summer ranges between March to May. Nainital has been blessed with pleasant weather. Summers are the best months for sightseeing like boating, especially during May and June, it is preferable to go boating in the evening or after 4 pm. The maximum and minimum temperatures in these months are 22 degrees Celsius and 15 degrees Celsius respectively. 

Nainital in March: maximum(15.5 degrees celsius), minimum(5.7 degrees celsius). It is the first month of the summers of Nainital, it is considered as a mild month. 

Nainital in April: maximum(19.9 degrees celsius), minimum(10.1 degrees celsius). Nainital in April is considered as the most preferable month for traveling. 

Nainital in May: maximum(23.2 degrees celsius), minimum(13.3 degrees celsius). Nainital in the month is quite hot but you can explore some of the tourist spots i.e Naini Lake, Naini Peak, Land’s End, Mall Road. 

Nainital in Monsoon 

Nainital in monsoon ranges between June to September. During these months it is expected to have a very high amount of rainfall. In Nainital, it is the ideal time for boating. Due to the dry season, you can avail of special offers on the hotels, it is especially for the budget travelers. Tourist spots to explore in this season are Guano Hills(trek), the Bhotia market, and many more. The minimum and maximum temperatures between June to September are 10 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius respectively. 

Nainital in June: maximum(22.9 degrees celsius), minimum(14.4 degrees celsius). June is considered the first most month of the monsoon season at Nainital. It has the most pleasant weather this month. 

Nainital in July: maximum(20.1 degrees celsius), minimum(14.3 degrees celsius). July is also considered pleasant weather. It is advisable to carry some woolen clothes if you are planning to travel to Nainital in July. 

Nainital in August: maximum(19.6 degrees celsius), minimum(14 degrees celsius). During August the weather is satisfying and rainy. It is advisable to carry some woolen clothes while traveling to Nainital.

Nainital in September: maximum(19.3 degrees celsius), minimum(12.6 degrees celsius). September is considered the last month of monsoon season in Nainital, weather in September is enjoyable and moderately cold. 

Nainital in winter 

Nainital in winter ranges between October to February. The winter season starts from October with a few cold winds. If you want to enjoy the view of snowfall then December and January are the ideal months for travelers. Some of the tourist spots to explore in the winter season are Bhimtal lake, Nainital Lake, Naina Peak, Eco Cave Gardens, Snow View Point. The temperature ranges between 15 degrees Celsius to 0 degrees Celsius during the winter season. 

Nainital in October: maximum(18 degrees celsius), minimum(9.3 degrees celsius). During October usually, the days are sunny and nights are cold. It is advisable to carry some woolen clothes. 

Nainital in November: maximum(15.4 degrees celsius), minimum(5.9 degrees celsius). During November, days are pleasant and the nights are cold and chilly.

Nainital in December: maximum(12 degrees celsius), minimum(3.2 degrees celsius). In December there are chances of snowfall during the time of Christmas. 

Nainital in January: maximum(10.4 degrees celsius), minimum(1.1 degrees celsius). January is considered as the coldest month in Nainital, winds are chilly during this month. 

Nainital in February: maximum(11.2 degrees celsius), minimum(2.4 degrees celsius). In February nights have chilly winds and days have pleasant weather.