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Best Season:

Sep - June


Summer 23 to 36°C, Winter -1 to 18°C

Best Season / Best time to visit Manali

The climate of Manali remains pleasant mostly through the year but the month from September to June is the best time to visit Manali.
  • Winters (October to February) the temperature can dip as low as -1 °C, making it and ideal time for skiing and enjoying Snowfall which is common during the end of December and the whole of January. Good time for honeymooning.
  • Summers (March to June) is ideal for enjoying paragliding, rafting, zorbing and mountain sports in Solang Valley. Temperature ranges from 10°C to 25°C and the climate remains pleasant during the day and cold during the night. Snow can be found only on very high altitudes but no snowfall.
  • Monsoons lasts from July to mid-September and is best avoided due to land slides. Rohtang Pass is open only from end of May to September and snow on the ground can be found here till the month of June or July.
While summers are ideal for adventure and sightseeing, winters calls for snow sports and this is the best season for enjoying snowfall in Manali. Monsoons months are best avoided as rainfall may cause landslide and disrupt our journey.

Month-wise Manali Weather

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul Aug Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
May is a good month to visit Manali.
Weather: Moderately Hot
The weather remain is moderate and intermittent rainfall makes the evening very cool. Best time for holidaying and natural beauty come alive because of the rainfall. Temperatures start to pick up in the middle of the month, but not enough to wreck your holiday. Tourists wanting to enjoy snow should go on high altitudes or Rohtang Pass.
Month Climate Details
Jan
Freezing Cold with Snowfall
Manali is extremely cold during January making it a good destination only for honeymooner. However, tourists accompanied by children should take extra care. Snow blankets the whole region making it a decent time for leisure holidaymakers as well. The chance of enjoying winter sports like skiing is at its maximum. There will be fresh snowfall in Manali.
Feb
Very Cold
The weather continues to remain cold and the sudden chill gives shudders down to the spine. Tourists need to cover themselves with warm clothing. Snowfall is not very common but honeymooners can enjoy snow and winter sports like skiing. Tourists travelling with children and aged need to be more cautious. Fresh snowfall can be enjoyed till the mid of this month.
Mar
Moderately Cold
The temperature now starts to rise, making the days cool but nights still remains cold. Light woolens are required, however, good time for sightseeing and adventures. The month marks the beginning of the best season for visiting Manali. Snowfall won't happen, but there will be snow on ground.
Apr
Pleasant
Mercury levels start to rise, making the days pleasant and cool nights. April is the most beautiful month as flowers starts to blossom and tourists from all over the region come to enjoy. Ideal for sightseeing and adventures like trekking and water sports. Snow can be found on high altitudes.
May
Moderately Hot
The weather remain is moderate and intermittent rainfall makes the evening very cool. Best time for holidaying and natural beauty come alive because of the rainfall. Temperatures start to pick up in the middle of the month, but not enough to wreck your holiday. Tourists wanting to enjoy snow should go on high altitudes or Rohtang Pass.
Jun
Moderately Hot
Good time for sightseeing as intermittent rains lowers the temperature and the natural vista is in full bloom. This month is also enjoyable for adventure activities like paragliding, zorbing and parachuting at Solang Valley. The city is beautiful at this time and snow can be enjoyed at Rohtang Pass.
Jul
Pleasant
The area receives occasional rainfall. Roads become slippery and landslides are common. This is a less apt time for sightseeing or any other adventure indulgences. For those looking for snow on ground, please head to Rohtang Pass. The prices of hotels fall almost by 30%, starting from this month.
Aug
Pleasant
Regular occurrence rainfall brings a halt to normal life. Landslides are common, making travel and adventure, a little difficult. On the positive side, the hotels rates lowers by almost 30%. Rohtang Pass can be visited and there will be snow in Rohtang Pass in August.
Sep
Pleasant
Weather starts to get cool. Rainfall seizes, making the region apt for sightseeing and adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing and trekking can be enjoyed. Rohtang Pass is open and tourists can find snow on very high altitudes and the snow of on the plains has melted.
Oct
Pleasant
October is by far the best month to visit Manali, as the weather is pleasant during the morning and cold during the evenings. This month is ideal for sightseeing, adventure and leisure holidays. Snow can be found on very high altitudes.
Nov
Moderately Cold
Weather starts to get cold and nights are even chillier. Light woolens are required. The weather is comfortable for enjoying sightseeing, trekking and other tourist activities. Cool and good amount of winds make this month ideal for enjoying aero sports. For those interested in snow needs to go to high altitudes.
Dec
Freezing Cold, Foggy
Temperature dips making the region very cold. Snowfall can be enjoyed and attracts honeymooners. Winter sports like skiing can be enjoyed. However, precautions should be taken if travelling with children and old people. Fresh snowfall time in Manali, which can be enjoyed from the last week of this month.

Today / Current Weather


Rain

2°C


at 09:11 AM
Sunrise: 5:25 AM
Sunset: 7:09 PM
Humidity: 75%
Wind: 13 kph (Direction: West)
Updated at Sun May 12, 2013 09:11 AM

7 Day Weather Forecast

May 12
Sunday


Snow

High: 2°C
Low: -6°C
May 13
Monday


Chance of Snow

High: 4°C
Low: -8°C
May 14
Tuesday


Chance of a Thunderstorm
High: 5°C
Low: -7°C
May 15
Wednesday


Chance of a Thunderstorm
High: 7°C
Low: -4°C
May 16
Thursday


Chance of a Thunderstorm
High: 8°C
Low: -3°C
May 17
Friday


Chance of a Thunderstorm
High: 9°C
Low: -1°C
May 18
Saturday


Chance of a Thunderstorm
High: 10°C
Low: 1°C
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